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title: "Automated Sub-culturing system (call-off contract awarded)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4702ff47-378c-4021-a95a-bee28dea4c7c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2025-01-28"
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# Automated Sub-culturing system (call-off contract awarded)

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4702ff47-378c-4021-a95a-bee28dea4c7c

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## Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant has completed the award stage for a tender titled "Automated Sub-culturing system (call-off contract awarded)." This procurement involves supplying microbiological cultures under the industry category "Microbiological cultures" and "Repair and maintenance services" with a total contract value of £370,000. The procurement method was selective, following a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract begins on 17th March 2025 and extends until 16th March 2032, with delivery expected at BS34 7QH, England. The process reached the award stage on 28th January 2025, and the contract was officially awarded on 24th January 2025 to Bruker UK Limited.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in supplying automated sub-culturing systems, especially those capable of providing ongoing repair and maintenance. Given the focus on goods and the significant contract value, companies specialising in microbiological equipment would find this contract beneficial for business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as the tender suitability indicates a preference for SMEs. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can secure a long-term contract with NHS Blood and Transplant, a reputable public sector organisation.

## Notice

Automated Sub-Culturing System

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04156464-f213-4f32-ae5e-2b4481526a1c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2025 - 16 Mar 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £370,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £370,000 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 33698100 - Microbiological cultures
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2025 at 13:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04156464-f213-4f32-ae5e-2b4481526a1c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04156464-f213-4f32-ae5e-2b4481526a1c
  28th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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