Planning

BTM Test Partner - Re-procurement

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

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PlanningUpdate

23 May 2025 at 12:57

PlanningUpdate

23 May 2025 at 12:56

Planning

22 May 2025 at 16:16

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Blood and Transplant is planning a re-procurement for a BTM Test Partner, with an estimated total gross value of £4,200,000. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 2nd December 2025. Located in the UKK11 region of the United Kingdom, the contract is anticipated to commence on 7th February 2026 and end on 6th February 2028, with the possibility of renewal extending to 5th February 2029. The procurement process involves a framework agreement, ensuring compliance with the legal framework provided by the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023/54.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs suited for large-scale IT services contracts. Businesses specialising in IT services like consulting, software development, and internet support will find this tender particularly suitable, given the size and scope of the requirements. By engaging in this procurement, businesses can establish or strengthen partnerships with NHS Blood and Transplant, positioning themselves as key suppliers in the public health sector. Successful participation could also lead to potential future engagements, considering the framework agreement and renewal possibilities outlined in the procurement plan.

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Notice Title

BTM Test Partner - Re-procurement

Notice Description

BTM Test Partner - this is a Re-procurement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051f4f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026401-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Feb 2026 - 6 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
purchasing@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Contact Email
purchasing@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 7QH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK11 Bristol, City of

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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