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The Stem Cell Registry International Courier Service

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT

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05 Feb 2026 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Blood and Transplant, a public authority under the central government based in Bristol, UK, has completed the procurement process for "The Stem Cell Registry International Courier Service." This tender, categorized under courier services, was managed through a direct procurement method without competition, focusing on logistics for critical medical supplies. The contract was awarded to CRYOPDP, a large supplier headquartered in Feltham, UK. The award was active from 5th February 2026, with the service contract running until 31st May 2026. The agreement is valued at £108,014.4, with a gross total of £135,018.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in specialized logistics, particularly those with capabilities in handling sensitive medical materials. Companies with experience in the healthcare sector, and those providing international courier services, could find similar opportunities rewarding. The procurement approach—direct award without competition—suggests a preference for suppliers with established credentials and expertise in courier services, making it ideal for experienced large-scale logistics providers aiming to expand their portfolio within the public health domain.

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Notice Title

The Stem Cell Registry International Courier Service

Notice Description

Courier services for the supply of blood and other nhsbt critical products/services, direct award for 4 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064935
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010596-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£108,014 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT
Contact Name
Not specified
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRYOPDP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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