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title: "Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework"
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buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
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# Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e6c0f60-f3bd-49f2-9dfd-66a0e7220a3b

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## Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is soliciting bids for a Framework Agreement titled "Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework" within the category of Storage and Warehousing Services. This tender is in the Tender stage and encompasses the logistics services for the provision of frozen plasma packaging and handling across England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. With an estimated value of £4,500,000, the procurement process is being conducted through an open procedure above the threshold. Interested parties must express their interest and submit their applications via the Atamis e-sourcing portal by 17:00 on 5 February 2025. The contract period is slated to begin on 1 July 2025 and end on 30 June 2029.

This tender offers substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in logistics, particularly those equipped to handle sensitive medical supplies. It is suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Companies capable of providing efficient, reliable, and secure transportation and storage services for medical products will find this opportunity well-matched to their expertise. The provision of such services allows businesses to establish a significant presence in the healthcare logistics market by building strong partnerships with a reputable organisation like NHS Blood and Transplant.

## Notice

NHSBT is looking to award a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Frozen Plasma Logistics Services. Frozen plasma will be packaged into carboard boxes and built onto Euro pallets secured with stretch wrap at the manufacturing sites of each blood service in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1403fd-797e-47ac-b7b8-73410744c588 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 15:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1403fd-797e-47ac-b7b8-73410744c588

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1403fd-797e-47ac-b7b8-73410744c588
  20th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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