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13 Jul 2026 at 10:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Newcastle - National Deceased Donation Simulation" has been initiated by NHS Blood and Transplant, a central government public authority situated in Bristol, United Kingdom. This contract focuses on providing a simulation training facility for organ and tissue donation in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The procurement process is now at the award stage and has been completed, with the direct procurement method being utilised without competition for below-threshold services. The contract was signed on 25th February 2026 and is set to run until 24th February 2029. Key participants include Northumbria University, which has been awarded the contract to deliver education and training services under this initiative.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with expertise in medical simulations and organ donation processes. Large institutions like universities or specialised training centres would be well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities, leveraging their resources and expertise to deliver quality simulation training. This engagement not only fosters improved health outcomes but also enhances an institution's portfolio in the higher education domain, strengthening partnerships within the public health sector.

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Notice Title

Newcastle - National Deceased Donation Simulation

Notice Description

Simulation training facility for organ and tissue donation. Geographical area covered: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c953
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065522-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,608 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2029 3-4 years
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY

Further Information

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