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title: "International Blood Pack 1 (IBP1) Whole Blood Collection Systems and Ancillary Processing Systems and associated support services"
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# International Blood Pack 1 (IBP1) Whole Blood Collection Systems and Ancillary Processing Systems and associated support services

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-750151c8-da21-4038-aa46-b47375a40946

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## Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant is currently conducting a public procurement process for the "International Blood Pack 1 (IBP1)" which encompasses the supply of Whole Blood Collection Systems and Ancillary Blood Processing Systems, along with associated support services. This tender is organised as a framework agreement that is open for multiple suppliers and is classified under the goods category, specifically in the industry of medical supplies with a focus on blood collection and processing equipment. The tender period is set to conclude on 31st March 2022, while the contract period will run from 21st November 2022 to 20th November 2026, with a minimum estimated value of £45,000 and a total value of up to £167 million. The delivery addresses are located in Bristol, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment and supplies, particularly those able to provide blood collection and processing systems. Companies that manufacture or supply relevant medical products would find this an advantageous bidding opportunity, especially as NHS Blood and Transplant operates on a framework agreement allowing direct awards to participating authorities. Therefore, businesses looking to expand their market share in the healthcare sector should consider engaging in this procurement process, leveraging their expertise in medical goods.

## Notice

NHS Blood and Transplant is seeking to establish a framework agreement with multiple suppliers for the supply of Whole Blood Collection Systems and Ancillary Blood Processing Systems and supporting services. The procurement is divided into two lots: * Lot 1: Whole Blood Collection systems. * Lot 2: Ancillary Blood Processing Systems. The Framework Agreement is for the benefit of the Participating Authorities, who will enter into any Contract via Direct Award. The Term of the Framework Agreement shall be four (4) years from the Commencement Date and may be extended provided that the duration of this Framework Agreement shall be no longer than six (6) years in total. Further information can be obtained from the procurement documentation. Guidance for completing the tender. PLEASE READ FIRST. Please read '20220208-IBP1 Guidance for completing tender.docx'. Attachment available to download via Document Folder Name '1. Overview, Instructions to Tenderers & Additional Questions Section'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b0f706a-89a1-4804-ad45-6afaca0fd579 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Nov 2022 - 20 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £167,000,000 |
| 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

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141613 - Blood bags
- 33141614 - Plasma bags
- 33141630 - Blood plasma filters

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2022 at 14:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b0f706a-89a1-4804-ad45-6afaca0fd579

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b0f706a-89a1-4804-ad45-6afaca0fd579
  11th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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