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Islet Cell Processing Systems

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, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), located in Edinburgh, has concluded an award process for the procurement of Islet Cell Processing Systems under contract number NSS11925. The procurement was managed as a direct award with no prior publication needed, following Regulation 33(1)(b)(ii) due to technical reasons restricting competition. Biorep Technologies, Inc. has been awarded the contract valued at £1,652,000 and signed on 13 March 2026. This procurement falls within the health industry category and covers the geographic region of the UKM, specifically in Edinburgh, Scotland. The contract includes the purchase of one system with an option for a second, together with consumables and servicing for five years, plus potential extensions. The process is complete, marking a critical milestone in NSS's commitment to enhancing healthcare capabilities through targeted technical acquisitions.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical technology and healthcare-related equipment, particularly those capable of providing innovative and specialised solutions. Companies similar in nature to Biorep Technologies, Inc., which is a small to medium enterprise (SME), could find similar opportunities in niche medical procurement needs by maintaining a clear understanding of regulations and keeping an eye on direct awards that favour specific technical expertise. With public sector bodies like NHS National Services Scotland emphasising the need for precision in equipment procurement, enterprises offering cutting-edge systems and consumables could leverage these opportunities to establish or expand their footprint in the healthcare industry, locally within Edinburgh and beyond.

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Notice Title

Islet Cell Processing Systems

Notice Description

SNBTS has a requirement for 2 x Islet Cell Processing Systems. The contract will include the capital purchase of 1 system with an option to purchase a second system along with the supply of consumables and servicing for a period of five years with an additional two one year optional extensions at the discretion of the contracting authority

Procurement Information

This is a Direct Award under Regulation 33(1)(b)(ii). The works, supplies or services can be provided only by a particular economic operator for the following reason: competition is absent for technical reasons

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825880
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551653
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency 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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,652,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20262 days 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

BIOREP TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551653
    Islet Cell Processing Systems - SNBTS has a requirement for 2 x Islet Cell Processing Systems. The contract will include the capital purchase of 1 system with an option to purchase a second system along with the supply of consumables and servicing for a period of five years with an additional two one year optional extensions at the discretion of the contracting authority

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