Tender

Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Dec 2025 at 10:08

Planning

04 Sep 2025 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for a framework agreement concerning the supply of Copper Sulphate Solution used in blood donor haemoglobin screening. This contract, valued at a maximum of £2.7 million, involves the provision of the solution throughout the United Kingdom, specifically aimed at aiding in the screening process to ensure donor suitability. The procurement process is open, employing a competitive flexible procedure to appoint suppliers to the framework agreement, with important dates including an enquiry period ending on 21st January 2026, tender submissions closing on 6th February 2026, and the expected start of contract awards on 23rd March 2026. This procurement falls within the goods category and adheres to the Procurement Act of 2023, with oversight managed by the central government authority in Bristol.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in the production and supply of chemical solutions, specifically those with expertise in medical-grade copper sulphate solutions. Companies experienced in the sub-manufacturing of reagents and chemical preparations in compliance with stringent medical regulations will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. By securing a position within the framework agreement, businesses will have the potential to build long-term relationships with NHS Blood and Transplant, thus enhancing their market presence in the healthcare sector. Additionally, firms with a strategic capability in quality control, packaging, and transportation logistics will be at a significant advantage in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening

Notice Description

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening. Please note that the Total Contract Value is the anticipated 'maximum' value of the Framework Agreement and there is no guarantee that the spend under the Framework Agreement will reach this level.

Planning Information

If you are interested in taking part in the market engagement, please contact james.marshall2@nhsbt.nhs.uk by no later than 12:00 hrs (GMT) on 30/09/2025. Market engagement is likely to take place via a questionnaire and potentially video calls in October 2025. There is no guarantee that a formal procurement process will be launched as a result of this early market engagement exercise, nor that any contract(s) will be placed. No remuneration or compensation etc will be paid to organisations who take part in this early market engagement exercise. Suppliers should take part in this process only on the basis that they fully understand and accept this position.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0593fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085683-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products


CPV Codes

24313126 - Copper sulphate

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,250,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20256 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
12 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
james.marshall2@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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