Award

Supply of HLA Sequencing Systems

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

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting authority, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), based in Edinburgh, has completed the procurement process for the supply of Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Sequencing Systems. This contract falls under the health industry category and addresses needs within the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Services (SNBTS). The contract consists of two lots: HLA Sequencing Equipment maintenance & consumables, and HLA Sequencing Test Kits & Consumables. The procurement method used was a limited call-off from an existing NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) framework, specifically intended for goods. Key dates include the contract signing on 3rd March 2025, marking the completion of the tender stage and the active status of the awards.

This tender offers valuable business growth opportunities for companies specialising in medical and diagnostic equipment, particularly those focusing on next-generation sequencing and consumables. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as evidenced by the successful bid from V.H. Bio Limited, can find fertile ground in such procurement processes. Simultaneously, larger enterprises such as Illumina Cambridge Ltd. can leverage their extensive capabilities to secure contracts for maintenance services. The emphasis on innovation in health diagnostics and ongoing maintenance ensures continuous demand, making it a lucrative prospect for businesses with expertise in these areas.

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Notice Title

Supply of HLA Sequencing Systems

Notice Description

The Histocompatibility and Immunology (H&I) department in SNBTS requires a contract for Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Typing.

Lot Information

HLA Sequencing Equipment maintenance & consumables

The Histocompatibility and Immunology (H&I) department in Scottish National Blood Transfusion Services (SNBTS) requires a contract for Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Typing, performed using next generation sequencing (NGS) equipment. HLA sequencing is a method used to determine the specific variations (alleles) of the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) genes, which are crucial for immune system function and play a significant role in various diseases and transplant compatibility. HLA typing by next generation sequencing is performed routinely in SNBTS for all potential renal, islet and pancreas transplant recipients and donors listed for transplant on the east coast of Scotland. The test is also performed as part of disease association and pharmacogenomic HLA testing to aid clinical decision making. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on an NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) framework. The contract is a call-off from this framework for equipment maintenance and consumables.

HLA Sequencing Test Kits & Consumables

The Histocompatibility and Immunology (H&I) department in Scottish National Blood Transfusion Services (SNBTS) requires a contract for Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Typing, performed using next generation sequencing (NGS) equipment. HLA sequencing is a method used to determine the specific variations (alleles) of the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) genes, which are crucial for immune system function and play a significant role in various diseases and transplant compatibility. HLA typing by next generation sequencing is performed routinely in SNBTS for all potential renal, islet and pancreas transplant recipients and donors listed for transplant on the east coast of Scotland. The test is also performed as part of disease association and pharmacogenomic HLA testing to aid clinical decision making. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on an NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) framework. The contract is a call-off from this framework for diagnostic kits.

Procurement Information

Call-off from framework. The NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) awarded a framework for the supply of HLA Sequencing Systems consisting of 2 lots. Notice reference: 2024/S 000-025364. SNBTS are named beneficiaries on this framework and wish to award call-off contracts for their requirements covering both lots.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000792547
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525407
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, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33141625 - Diagnostic kits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£234,200 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 202511 months 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
Not specified
Contact Email
michael.walker3@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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ILLUMINA CAMBRIDGE

V.H. BIO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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