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title: "Maintenance of Existing RT PCRs & DNA Sequencers"
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buyer: "NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT"
published: "2020-04-01"
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# Maintenance of Existing RT PCRs & DNA Sequencers

Buyer: NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ead4481-b3ed-441c-8641-dd928889dbd3

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## Summary

The NHS Blood & Transplant has completed a procurement process for the maintenance of existing RT PCRs and DNA sequencers, categorised under repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment. This open procurement method, which was available above threshold, was initiated with an estimated contract value of £100,000. The tender period ended on 3rd February 2020, and the contract commenced on 1st April 2020, set to conclude on 31st March 2025. The location for delivered services includes several regions including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This opportunity presents a strong potential for business growth, particularly suited for SMEs specialising in medical equipment maintenance and related services. Companies with expertise in servicing RT PCR and DNA sequencing technology should consider bidding. The competitive landscape is expected, with prior success indicated by Life Technologies, which has been awarded the contract for this maintenance service. Engaging in such tenders is an excellent way for businesses to expand their operations within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Maintenance of Existing RT PCRs & DNA Sequencers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c25bee2-f8d1-4297-adb5-a96da30511c9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 & TRANSPLANT |
| Locality | FILTON, 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2020 at 16:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c25bee2-f8d1-4297-adb5-a96da30511c9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c25bee2-f8d1-4297-adb5-a96da30511c9
  1st April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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