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title: "HLA Specific Antibody Systems (Detection & Identification)"
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# HLA Specific Antibody Systems (Detection & Identification)

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-017f20c4-7fd7-49b0-8df6-5ada4cf9a9d6

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## Summary

The procurement process for HLA Specific Antibody Systems (Detection & Identification) has been completed by NHS Blood and Transplant, based in Bristol, United Kingdom. Classified under "Diagnostic kits" in the healthcare industry, the contract has been awarded to VH Bio Ltd and IBG Immucor Ltd. The procurement, initiated through an open procedure above the threshold, ended its tender period on 5th September 2024, with the award being published on 1st April 2025. The contract period spans from 1st March 2025 to 28th February 2029, covering various blood services across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for companies specialising in diagnostic kits, particularly those experienced in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are deemed suitable to compete, fostering business expansion and strengthening partnerships within the national blood services. By participating, businesses can benefit from long-term contracts and collaboration with leading health organisations such as NHS Blood and Transplant, enhancing their market presence and innovating in healthcare diagnostics.

## Notice

HLA Specific Antibody Systems (Detection & Identification) Additional information: The framework covers all Blood services listed blow; National Health Service Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), The Welsh Blood Service (WBS), the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) and the Republic of Ireland Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e26cd554-7f44-4a95-9653-ba250a776884 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,666,336 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,666,336 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 7QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Filton |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | IBG IMMUCOR; VH BIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2025 at 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e26cd554-7f44-4a95-9653-ba250a776884

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e26cd554-7f44-4a95-9653-ba250a776884
  1st April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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