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Waiver - UHB_QEH - In.vent Diagnostica GmbH - Native human K3 EDTA Plasma

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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28 Apr 2026 at 09:25

Summary of the contracting process

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process for the supply of 5000ml of native human K3 EDTA Plasma, awarded to In.vent Diagnostica GmbH. The procurement, labelled as "Waiver - UHB_QEH - In.vent Diagnostica GmbH - Native human K3 EDTA Plasma," falls within the goods category, specifically plasma extracts. The procurement method was direct, conducted below threshold without competition, and is in the award stage. The contract commenced on 28 January 2026 and will conclude on 27 February 2026, with a gross value of £21,000. Though the buyer operates in Birmingham, the supplier is based in Berlin. This contract was governed by the legal framework under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers within the medical diagnostics and laboratory sectors, particularly those dealing with plasma products and extracts. Large-scale suppliers with established expertise in producing and supplying biological materials are well-positioned to benefit. Businesses seeking entry into NHS trust contracts should note the potential for direct procurement methods, as evidenced by the selection of In.vent Diagnostica GmbH without competitive tendering, showcasing opportunities for firms capable of meeting urgent requirements with speciality goods. This approach can lead to establishing long-term supplier relationships with major public sector healthcare bodies.

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Notice Title

Waiver - UHB_QEH - In.vent Diagnostica GmbH - Native human K3 EDTA Plasma

Notice Description

This service relates to the 5000ml of native human K3 EDTA Plasma by In.vent Diagnostica GmbH

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c4a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038374-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33141520 - Plasma extracts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2GW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IN.VENT DIAGNOSTICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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