---
title: "Framework Agreement for the Supply of Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Solutions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04cd53"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2025-01-03"
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# Framework Agreement for the Supply of Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Solutions

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04cd53

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## Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is initiating a procurement process under a planned tender stage for a Framework Agreement to supply Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Solutions. This process is crucial for supporting the National Organ Retrieval Service (NORS) centres across England, Wales, and Scotland. The tender, identified as C327852, falls under the industry category of perfusion solutions (CPV code 33692400) and is aimed at acquiring goods with an estimated value of £10,000,000. Key dates include the requirement for interested suppliers to express their interest by 12:00 noon, 30 days post-publication of the Prior Information Notice, though responses will still be accepted thereafter for further supplier engagement. The official notification date for future communications is set for 1 February 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in medical solutions, particularly those with expertise in supplying perfusion fluids such as Cold Static Fluid for Lung Perfusion, HTK solutions, and UW perfusion solutions. Businesses equipped with the capability and resources to deliver these specialised medical solutions are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide competitive products and maintain high standards of quality may find this tender an excellent avenue for growth by establishing long-term relationships with NHSBT and NORS centres. Expressing interest promptly allows for better engagement and eventual participation in the detailed tendering process.

## Notice

NHSBT is the commissioner responsible for providing funding, infrastructure, clinical guidance and standards to the National Organ Retrieval Service (NORS). NORS is comprised of several organ retrieval centres in England, Wales and Scotland, who are responsible for sending a retrieval team travelling to any organ donor in the UK to retrieve organs for transplantation. The tender is being carried out by the Authority to establish a Framework against which the NORS Centres will call-off their requirements directly with the Suppliers. Interested Suppliers are asked to express their interest to samantha.rix@nhsbt.nhs.uk by 12:00 noon within 30 days of publication of this Prior Information Notice. Responses after this date won't be excluded from taking part in the tender, this date is to allow for supplier engagement to be organised.

### Lot Information

Cold Static Fluid for Lung Perfusion (Perfadex type solution or equivalent)

Cold Static Fluid for Lung Perfusion (Perfadex type solution or equivalent) Additional information: Cold Static Fluid for Lung Perfusion (Perfadex type solution or equivalent)

Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Solution Histidine Tryptophan Ketoglutarate (HTK)

Cold Static Perfusion Fluid Solution Histidine Tryptophan Ketoglutarate (HTK).

Cold Static Perfusion Fluid UW Type Solution

UW Perfusion Solution 1000 ml bags

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000075-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 3 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 33692400 - Perfusion solutions

## Release History

- 3 Jan 2025 at 11:12 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000075-2025

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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