---
title: "Sample Tubes"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-039680"
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markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-039680.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-039680.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2026-01-14"
---

# Sample Tubes

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-039680

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by NHS Blood and Transplant, focused on the supply of "Sample Tubes" within the medical equipment category. The procurement method was an open procedure with an emphasis on goods, covering a contract period from 8th August 2023 to 7th August 2026, located in the United Kingdom. A significant contract worth £1,543,775 has been awarded to Greiner Bio-One Limited. The initial tender was announced on 11th January 2023, with deadlines set until 16th February 2023. This involved key stages of active tendering, awarding, and updating contracts in the early part of 2023, showcasing efficient procurement execution.

For businesses in the medical supplies industry, particularly those specialising in test tubes or similar products, this contract presents a robust opportunity for growth. Given the tender's focus on the UK healthcare system, suppliers with established logistics in the region, a large-scale supply capability, and a competitive price offering are well-suited to bid in similar procurement processes. This opportunity aligns primarily with larger organisations that can meet the stringent needs of a public health body like the NHS Blood and Transplant, though it is an open procedure method that encourages broad participation.

## Notice

Sample Tubes

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of Sample Tubes

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extension options

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003104-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 7 Aug 2023 - 7 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,470,040 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | Emersons Green |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GREINER BIO-ONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 13:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003104-2026
- 30 Aug 2023 at 09:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025409-2023
- 11 Jan 2023 at 11:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000791-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gbo.com
- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.judiciary.uk/courts-and-tribunals/high-court/
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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