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title: "DNA Extraction - Low Throughput Systems"
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buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
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# DNA Extraction - Low Throughput Systems

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b900b3ed-ac26-4014-8bff-69b18eb0617a

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## Summary

The NHS Blood and Transplant is seeking tenders for the procurement of low throughput DNA extraction systems, aimed at extracting human DNA from various tissues, including whole blood. This procurement falls under the medical equipment industry sector, with a total estimated value of £3,800,000. The contract is set to last for seven years, starting from 1st September 2022, with an option to extend for an additional three years based on performance. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 24th March 2022 as part of a restricted procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those that manufacture or supply DNA extraction systems. Companies that focus on innovative diagnostic technologies and possess experience in supporting healthcare services would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with the capacity to deliver low throughput systems designed for both clinical applications and emergency situations.

## Notice

The requirement is for systems which extract human DNA from whole blood and other tissues to carry out a range of DNA-based diagnostic tests. In support of providing these services, we need the ability to extract genomic DNA from human blood and other sources including but not limited to saliva, buccal swabs, plasma, serum and selected cell populations. This procurement encompasses two NHSBT business units which use low throughput DNA extraction systems for diagnostic purposes: a) Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) b) Red Cell Immunohaematology (RCI) Low throughput DNA extraction is an automated extraction of smaller batches 8-24 samples, although the system must be capable of extraction of single samples for on-call purposes. Typical run time is less than 45 minutes. Within H&I the systems are used to extract DNA from clinical referrals for downstream testing including on-call deceased donor typing. This Contract is for a period of 7 years with option to extend for up to 3 further years depending on performance. It is the intension of NHSBT to award a Contract for these requirements by August 2022. Welsh Blood Service will be able to purchase against the Contract. Further information can be obtained from the procurement documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fbf769f-28e4-4dd5-9d4f-dd4340ba9275 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2022 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,800,000 |
| 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

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2022 at 17:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fbf769f-28e4-4dd5-9d4f-dd4340ba9275

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fbf769f-28e4-4dd5-9d4f-dd4340ba9275
  18th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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