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NSS06824 Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products Calloff

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has completed the procurement process for the NSS06824 Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products call-off. This procurement, classified under the health industry category, targets NHS services within the UK, specifically benefiting the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS). The contract was awarded to Macopharma UK Ltd, and it was signed on 17th February 2025. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category and was carried out through a limited award procedure without prior publication, as it was a call-off from an existing framework established by NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT).

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities particularly for suppliers specialising in medical and laboratory solutions, as it necessitates high-quality additive solutions for blood component manufacturing. Businesses with expertise in producing specialised medical solutions like Platelet Additive Solution (PAS-E) and Saline Adenine Glucose Mannitol Solution (SAG-M) are well-positioned to compete. The contract value stands at £220,000, presenting a lucrative opportunity for suppliers in the healthcare sector to enhance their profiles and expand their market presence within the UK’s public healthcare system.

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Notice Title

NSS06824 Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products Calloff

Notice Description

The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) require additive solutions for use in the manufacturing processes for certain blood components. Platelet Additive Solution (PAS-E) is required for the suspension of platelets derived from whole blood and for the suspension of single donor apheresis derived platelets for neonatal use. Saline Adenine Glucose Mannitol Solution (SAG-M) is required for the washing and re-suspension of red cells during the manufacture of washed red cell components. The NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) awarded a framework for the supply of Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products - Notice reference: 2023/S 000-037491. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on this framework and wish to award a call-off contract for their requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SNBTS require additive solutions for use in the manufacturing processes for Platelets and Washed Red Cells:- Platelet Additive Solution (PAS-E) 1. Suspension of platelets derived from whole blood 2. Suspension of single donor apheresis derived platelets for neonatal use Saline Adenine Glucose Mannitol Solution (SAG-M) 1. Washing and re-suspension of red cells during the manufacture of washed red cells The NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) awarded a framework for the supply of Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products - Notice reference: 2023/S 000-037491. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on this framework and wish to award a call-off contract for their requirements.

Procurement Information

Call-off from framework. The NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) awarded a framework for the supply of Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products - Notice reference: 2023/S 000-037491. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on this framework and wish to award a call-off contract for their requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000791185
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524538
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33194220 - Blood-transfusion supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)
Contact Name
Jim Binnie
Contact Email
jim.binnie@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312756000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MACOPHARMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524538
    NSS06824 Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products Calloff - The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) require additive solutions for use in the manufacturing processes for certain blood components. Platelet Additive Solution (PAS-E) is required for the suspension of platelets derived from whole blood and for the suspension of single donor apheresis derived platelets for neonatal use. Saline Adenine Glucose Mannitol Solution (SAG-M) is required for the washing and re-suspension of red cells during the manufacture of washed red cell components. The NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) awarded a framework for the supply of Additive Solutions for Suspension of Blood Products - Notice reference: 2023/S 000-037491. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on this framework and wish to award a call-off contract for their requirements.

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