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title: "NHSBT1189 Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Air Flow Cabinets"
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# NHSBT1189 Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Air Flow Cabinets

Buyer: NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-455d328f-22b1-4dab-9f11-2b2900d27267

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## Summary

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is seeking tenders for the maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets (MSC) and Laminar Air Flow (LAF) cabinets through an open procurement process. This tender, titled "NHSBT1189 Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Air Flow Cabinets," is classified under preventive maintenance services and has an estimated value of £150,000. The tender is currently active, with submissions due by 30 March 2019, and the contract is expected to commence on 1 September 2019 and last until 31 August 2022. Services will be required across multiple NHSBT sites throughout England, including locations in the British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This opportunity represents a significant potential for businesses specialising in maintenance services for laboratory equipment, particularly those with experience in the healthcare sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as this tender provides a suitable entry point for them to engage with public sector contracts. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in compliance with standards such as BS EN 12469 (2000) and familiarity with regulatory guidelines will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

## Notice

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) use Class 1 & 2 Microbiological Safety Cabinets (MSC) and Laminar Air Flow (LAF) cabinets to provide operator and environmental protection for various processes carried out within NHSBT departments. These cabinets must be maintained, serviced and inspected to the highest standards, thereby ensuring they comply with BS EN 12469 (2000) Biotechnology. Performance criteria for microbiological safety cabinets and Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency - The Orange Guide Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors 2017. There are approximately 44 MSC and 60 LAF installed at NHSBT sites throughout England. The appointed contractor will be expected to travel to all NHSBT sites, existing and future, where these cabinets require maintenance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50332428-38bc-40d4-a078-f6ca7e754376 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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 & 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

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50324200 - Preventive maintenance services

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2019 at 17:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50332428-38bc-40d4-a078-f6ca7e754376

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50332428-38bc-40d4-a078-f6ca7e754376
  28th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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