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title: "Supply and Support for Complete Antibody Quantification Testing Systems"
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# Supply and Support for Complete Antibody Quantification Testing Systems

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d43599b-6741-4aa2-9599-cd499140520f

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## Summary

The procurement process involves NHS Blood and Transplant, based in Bristol, England, looking to supply and support Complete Antibody Quantification Testing Systems. This tender falls under the category of medical equipment, specifically related to laboratory and precision equipment. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the award has been made with a contract value of £1,000,000. The original tender period concluded on 30th September 2016, while the contract period is effective from 16th April 2017 to 11th April 2023.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment and laboratory technologies, particularly those capable of supplying advanced testing systems. Companies that provide repair, maintenance, and installation services for medical equipment would also find this tender relevant. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the specifications may align with their capabilities in delivering tailored solutions within the healthcare sector.

## Notice

NHS Blood and Transplant procured new Complete Antibody Quantification Testing Systems for quantification of anti-D and anti-c antibodies in its Red Cell Immuno-haematology (RCI) laboratories. The systems use the chemistry currently in use and utilise reagents supplied by NHSBT, the results of which are expressed in IU/mL (International units/mL).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b63482d-b230-4391-b056-6239a38ee634 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 15 Apr 2017 - 11 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WHITE HORSE SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 31640000 - Machines and apparatus with individual functions
- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment
- 51410000 - Installation services of medical equipment

## Release History

- 24 May 2017 at 10:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b63482d-b230-4391-b056-6239a38ee634

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b63482d-b230-4391-b056-6239a38ee634
  24th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/457a9f34-f7cd-461b-987c-7a357022d524

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