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title: "Purified Water System for the PK Series Automated Blood Grouping Machine"
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# Purified Water System for the PK Series Automated Blood Grouping Machine

Buyer: NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b0b694f9-8429-437d-85b5-87497ffab383

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## Summary

The NHS Blood & Transplant is seeking tenders for the "Purified Water System for the PK Series Automated Blood Grouping Machine". This procurement falls under the medical equipment industry category and has an estimated value of £100,000. The tender process is currently active and follows an open procurement method, with the tender period set to close on 23 April 2018. The contract period is expected to commence on 1 June 2018 and run until 31 May 2022. The delivery addresses include various locations such as the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in water filtration and medical equipment. Companies with proven experience in providing high-quality reverse-osmosis and de-ionizer systems, particularly those familiar with NHS standards, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there may be specific requirements that favour suppliers with a strong track record in a healthcare environment.

## Notice

NHSBT currently use a PK7300 primary blood grouping machine. The water must be provided from a high quality reverse-osmosis and/or de-ioniser system of CAP II level, with low levels of particle, bacterial and organic contamination. Connection is via reinforced PVC hose of internal diameter (bore) 12 mm, and external diameter 18 mm. The water supply should be as close as possible to the analyser, to minimise the growth of organisms in the hose. There must be a shut off valve and waste drain port within 7m of the instrument and the hose for water supply and waste must be shorter than 7 meters. Manufacturers will have a proven track record in a similar environment to the Authority and any equipment/ reagents must be validated before by the service before use. All suppliers will be assessed against a standardised set of evaluation criteria prior to the equipment being accepted for use within the service If a company tendering fails to meet an Essential (Must) criteria of this specification then Authority reserves the right to reject the tender without further consideration/ assessment."

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53672a81-cb6b-4831-9c87-116dfb627a69 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2018 - 31 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 42912310 - Water filtration apparatus

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2018 at 08:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53672a81-cb6b-4831-9c87-116dfb627a69

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53672a81-cb6b-4831-9c87-116dfb627a69
  22nd March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://nhsbt.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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