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title: "Donation and Patient Testing - Automated Red Cell Immunohaematology"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b769"
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# Donation and Patient Testing - Automated Red Cell Immunohaematology

Buyer: PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b769

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## Summary

The Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) has issued a tender for "Donation and Patient Testing - Automated Red Cell Immunohaematology" with a procurement method defined as an open procedure. This contract is under the management of a Central Purchasing Body and operated on behalf of the Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service. Classified under the industry category of "Blood-testing reagents" (CPV code 33696200), the contract has an estimated value of GBP 5,200,000. The tender process is currently active, with submissions to be made electronically through the specified platform. Key dates include the submission deadline on 23rd December 2024 at 15:00, with the award period commencing the same day at 15:30.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, especially for companies specialising in blood testing reagents, blood analysers, and related services. It includes an option to extend the contract for up to 36 months, increasing potential revenue and long-term partnership prospects. Businesses with strong capabilities in advanced immunohaematology testing and reliable supply chains are well-positioned to compete effectively in this procurement. Engaging with this tender could enhance market presence and drive business growth in the healthcare sector, particularly within the NHS framework in Northern Ireland.

## Notice

Donation and Patient Testing - Automated Red Cell Immunohaematology

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Donation and Patient Testing - Automated Red Cell Immunohaematology. Additional information: This contract is by a Central Purchasing Body, operated by BSO PaLS on behalf of the Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service

Options: The option to extend for any period up to and including 36 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037232-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,200,000 |
| Lots value | £5,200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE |
| Additional buyers | NORTHERN IRELAND BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE |
| Locality | DERRY / LONDONDERRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT47 6YZ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Blackstaff |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33141510 - Blood products
- 33696100 - Blood-grouping reagents
- 33696200 - Blood-testing reagents
- 38434520 - Blood analysers
- 85111810 - Blood analysis services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2024 at 15:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037232-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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