Award

Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Framework Agreement

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Oct 2025 at 10:52

Tender

10 Jun 2025 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by NHS Blood and Transplant pertains to the "Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Framework Agreement" involving the supply of perfusion solutions designed for the care and storage of organs. This framework agreement, identified by procurement ID 069650-2025, has reached the award stage as of 30th October 2025, following an open procedure. The agreement encompasses multiple lots, each now complete, and is situated in the United Kingdom. This procurement pertains to the goods category under a public authority central government classification. The NHS Blood and Transplant, as the buying organisation, has finalised the procurement, with the contract set to commence on 1st December 2025 and potentially extend up to three years, with options for renewal.

This framework agreement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the healthcare supply chain, particularly those focusing on medical fluids and organ transportation solutions. The inclusion of various suppliers, including SMEs, suggests an accessible tender for businesses seeking to expand their market share in the healthcare sector. The successful execution of this contract by suppliers such as Global Transplant Solutions Inc. and Bridge to Life (Europe) Ltd. indicates that firms with capabilities in producing perfusion solutions for organ preservation can thrive. Companies adept in compliance with medical and regulatory standards, and capable of supplying to a wide network of NHS Trusts, including those listed within the document, are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Cold Static Perfusion Fluids - NHSBT Framework Agreement with call-off contracts by NHS Trusts.

Lot Information

UW Perfusion Solution

University of Wisconsin (UW) Solution

Options: Extension Option

Renewal: up to 12 months

HTK Solution

Histidine-tryptophan-ketoglutarate (HTK) solution

Options: Extension Option

Renewal: up to 12 months

Perfadex Type Solution

Perfadex Type Solution (or equivalent)

Options: Extension Option

Renewal: up to 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054602
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069650-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33692400 - Perfusion solutions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,455,719 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,263,700 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20251 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
2025-09-30

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
Samantha Rix
Contact Email
samantha.rix@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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

BRIDGE TO LIFE (EUROPE

GLOBAL TRANSPLANT SOLUTIONS

PHARMAPAL

XVIVO

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