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title: "Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03f9a0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2025-10-14"
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# Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03f9a0

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## Summary

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) organisation recently completed a procurement process for the "Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework", with an open procedure method, which directly supports the NHSBT and other blood services in the UK and Republic of Ireland. The framework agreement spans four years and covers transport services essential for the safe and efficient supply of Plasma for Medicine. The procurement falls under the "services" category, classified under CPV code 60000000, and targets the UK region. The contract has been awarded to Pulleyn Transport Limited as of 31st July 2025, with a contract status marked as active.

This framework presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in third-party logistics, particularly those capable of providing innovative, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions. Businesses with strong competencies in cost management techniques and a strategic operational footprint in the healthcare logistics sector are likely to find this framework agreement beneficial for gaining a foothold in public service provisions. The procurement, which is covered by the GPA, highlights price as the main award criterion, indicating that cost-competitive entities could thrive under such agreements.

## Notice

The third-party transport and storage contract being procured through this tender directly supports NHSBT core function and Other Blood Services, in the safe, sustainable, and efficient supply of Plasma for Medicine (PfM) to the fractionator.

The following Contracting Authorities are entitled to place Orders:
National Health Service Blood and Transplant (NHSBT)
The Welsh Blood Service (WBS)
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS)
The Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service (NIBTS).

### Lot Information

3. Lot 1a: Technical Requirements Section - Kits

Supply of HLA Sequencing Systems

4. Lot 2a: Technical Requirements Section - Equipment

Supply of HLA Sequencing Systems

3. Lot 1 Technical Requirements:Testing kits, consumables and analysis Software

Award of Frozen Plasma Logistics Framework

4. Lot 2 Technical Requirement: Consumables and maintenance of existing equip

HLA Specific Antibody Systems (Detection & Identification): This UK Framework Agreement is for a period of 4 years. The following contracting authorities will be able to purchase against the Framework Agreement:; National Health Service Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), The Welsh Blood Service (WBS), the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) and the Republic of Ireland Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS).

1. Overview, Instructions to Tenderers & Additional Questions Section

Supply of HLA Sequencing system

2. Selection Questionnaire Section (updated Jun 2023)

Supply of HLA Sequencing Systems

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065050-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,054,400 |
| Lots value | £6,054,400 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £11,868,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT |
| Additional buyers | IRISH BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE; SCOTTISH NATIONAL BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE; WELSH BLOOD SERVICE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 7QH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Liberton/Gilmerton |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | ALPHA BIOTECH; IBG IMMUCOR; ILLUMINA CAMBRIDGE; MC DIAGNOSTICS; OXFORD NANOPORE TECHNOLOGIES; PULLEYN TRANSPORT; V.H. BIO; VH BIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits
- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2025 at 09:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065050-2025
- 1 Apr 2025 at 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012242-2025
- 12 Aug 2024 at 09:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025364-2024
- 4 Sep 2023 at 10:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026026-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://emea.illumina.com
- http://nanoporetech.com
- http://www.giveblood.ie
- http://www.immucor.com
- http://www.pulleyn.co.uk
- http://www.vhbio.com
- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.judiciary.uk/courts-and-tribunals/high-court/
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/
- https://www.scotblood.co.uk/
- https://www.welsh-blood.org.uk/

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