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T.0340 Blood Transfusion Automation Managed Service Contract for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, has extended the Blood Transfusion Automation Managed Service Contract (T.0340) for the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Originally awarded in 2016, the contract was intended for seven years with a potential three-year extension, which was exercised. Now, due to delays related to the implementation of a new WLIMS system, the contract's expiration is pushed to November 2026 under Regulation 72 (c)(i) modification in PCR 2015. This service falls under the industry category of 'services' and is specifically classified under CPV code 85111800, with delivery to regions UKL13, UKL12, and UKL23. The procurement process is currently in the 'award' stage, highlighting a strategic decision rooted in urgent resource prioritisation for system replacement.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses within the medical diagnostics and healthcare service sectors, particularly those experienced in regulated and sensitive service provision. As the process heavily relies on efficient service management and automation, companies adept in healthcare logistics and patient data systems would find this contract within their forte. The continuation with ORTHO-CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS, a large-scale supplier based in Bridgend, embodies the trust and expertise required to maintain this critical health service. Engaging in such contracts can lead to extended collaborations with health boards, particularly under dynamic and evolving healthcare demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

T.0340 Blood Transfusion Automation Managed Service Contract for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

The original procurement completed in 2016 awarded a contract for 7 years with an option for a further extension of 3 years, which was taken by the Health Board. This contract is due to expire November 2026. The Health Board had originally planned to retender and had set timelines of a 2-year process to award and implement a new contract. Due to delays in the implementation of the replacement WLIMS system which has necessitated intensive resource and staff time to be dedicated to this project as a national priority. The required resource to undertake a tender process is not available and therefore, the Health Board has no choice but to delay the procurement of a new service. Due to the heavily regulated and sensitive nature of this service, it is not possible to change supplier without a full implementation period and therefore, the Health Board will extend the current arrangements in line with a Regulation 72 (c ) (i)modification in PCR 2015, whilst the new tender process is conducted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-152936
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=152936
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,608,241 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
amy.chilvers@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2921501375

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL12 Gwynedd, TLL13 Conwy and Denbighshire, TLL23 Flintshire and Wrexham

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ORTHO-CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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