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title: "Supply and Maintenance of new and existing Cell Selection Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0499eb"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2024-09-11"
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# Supply and Maintenance of new and existing Cell Selection Systems

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0499eb

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## Summary

The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) has announced a planned procurement process for the supply and maintenance of new and existing Cell Selection Systems. This procurement, classified under the industry category of Human Blood (CPV code: 33141570), is intended to support the haemopoietic stem cell transplantation services provided by the Cellular & Molecular Therapies (CMT) laboratories. The procurement is at the planning stage, with a Prior Information Notice (PIN) issued to alert potential suppliers about the upcoming contract opportunities. Interested parties are requested to express their interest by 2nd October 2024, with the formal notice expected by 21st October 2024. The delivery location for this procurement is UK wide, with a specific address in Bristol, UKK12 region. The procurement method involves the award of a contract for both consumables and maintenance services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of medical and surgical equipment, particularly those specialising in haematology and cellular therapies. Companies that can offer comprehensive support for the purification of stem cells and depletion of cells that can complicate transplant procedures are well-suited to compete. By engaging in this contract, businesses can grow their reputation and market presence within the healthcare sector, particularly in areas related to blood and transplant services. The NHSBT's focus on understanding market capabilities and competitiveness further underscores the strategic importance of this procurement for potential suppliers.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is separate to any tender opportunity.
The Cellular & Molecular Therapies (CMT) laboratories within NHS Blood and Transplant ( NHSBT) provide a range of services to support haemopoietic stem cell transplantation including collection, processing, and cryopreservation of stem cells. An important part of the services offered by CMT is the purification of stem cells and depletion of other cells, such as CD3+, TCRab, CD19+ cells, that may cause complications in the transplant procedures.
The purpose of this notice is to:
* Alert potential suppliers that NHSBT intends to award a contract for the supply of consumables and maintenance of existing equipment and in addition potential purchase of new equipment & maintenance in the future if demand increases.
* Develop NHSBTs understanding of the capabilities, dependencies and competitiveness of the marketplace and the ability of industry to provide the required level of support.
Please express your interest by the 2nd October 2024 and direct any questions to tennille.madigan@nhsbt.nhs.uk

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is separate to any tender opportunity.
The Cellular & Molecular Therapies (CMT) laboratories within NHS Blood and Transplant ( NHSBT) provide a range of services to support haemopoietic stem cell transplantation including collection, processing, and cryopreservation of stem cells. An important part of the services offered by CMT is the purification of stem cells and depletion of other cells, such as CD3+, TCRab, CD19+ cells, that may cause complications in the transplant procedures.
The purpose of this notice is to:
* Alert potential suppliers that NHSBT intends to award a contract for the supply of consumables and maintenance of existing equipment and in addition potential purchase of new equipment & maintenance in the future if demand increases.
* Develop NHSBTs understanding of the capabilities, dependencies and competitiveness of the marketplace and the ability of industry to provide the required level of support.
Please express your interest by the 2nd October 2024 and direct any questions to tennille.madigan@nhsbt.nhs.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029092-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Oct 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 7FG |
| 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 | TLK11 Bristol, City of |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 33141570 - Human blood
- 50420000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and surgical equipment

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2024 at 12:25 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029092-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk

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