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title: "Stem Cell Storage and Destruction - W165856"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051155"
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buyer: "BARTS HEALTH NHS TRUST"
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# Stem Cell Storage and Destruction - W165856

Buyer: BARTS HEALTH NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051155

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Barts Health NHS Trust, focuses on the "Stem Cell Storage and Destruction - W165856." Situated in London, this falls under the category of services provided by transplant organ banks. It is a direct award to Thermo Electron Limited, trading as Fisher Bioservices UK. This award, valued at £290,000, covers the period from 1st June 2025 to 31st August 2026 and forms part of the Trust's pathology framework. Noteworthy dates include the deadline for provider representations by 22nd May 2025 and the anticipated signing date of 30th May 2025. The procurement is part of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) and is outside the scope of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 due to its specialised nature and regulatory framework.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in medical service provisions, particularly those integrating complex service paths in healthcare. Companies well-suited to compete would ideally have a proven track record of delivering high-standard services that seamlessly integrate into existing patient care pathways. The procurement method employed—direct award—suggests a focus on incumbent providers with established reliability and value for money, highlighting the importance of demonstrating technical expertise, exceptional service delivery, and operational synergy with existing healthcare frameworks. While this specific contract is awarded under specific criteria, such processes indicate future opportunities for businesses equipped to meet stringent healthcare service requirements.

## Notice

Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Direct Award Process C for Provision of Stem Cell Storage and Destruction Services to Barts NHS Trust. The contract is for the continued provision of Stem Cell Storage and Destruction Services. The service includes stem cell storage and destruction services. It forms part of the Trust's pathology framework and ensures continuity of care. This award is being made under Provider Selection Regime Direct Award C to an existing provider to Barts NHS Trust. The appropriate lifetime value of the contract is PS290,000 The contract will be provisioned from 01/06/2025 till 31/08/2026. Award criteria All five PSR Key Criteria have been evaluated and documented internally. Justification for Direct Award under Procedure C: * The provider is the current incumbent and has delivered the service to a high standard. * Their service is fully integrated into the patient care pathway. * The service has been demonstrated to be value for money. * No alternative provider is likely to offer better outcomes on quality, value, or integration. * All five PSR Key Criteria have been evaluated and documented internally. * Samples cannot be moved Award of a contract without prior publication of a call for competition in the cases listed below The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the regulations - Public Contracts Regulations 2015/Procurement Act 2023. Explanation: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015/Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. This contract has not yet formally been awarded. This notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 22/05/2025 Any written representations should be made to - victoria.sullivan11@nhs.net Decision makers in this award included: Victoria Sullivan (Procurement Business Partner) Jodi Chapman (Procurement Business Partner) Contract Award to: * Legal Name: Thermo Electron Limited, trading as Fisher Bioservices UK * Company Registration Number: 01735858 * Registered Office Address: 1 Woodside, Bishops Stortford, Herts CM23 5RG * Principal Place of Business: Same as registered office

### Procurement Information

Award criteria All five PSR Key Criteria have been evaluated and documented internally. Justification for Direct Award under Procedure C: * The provider is the current incumbent and has delivered the service to a high standard. * Their service is fully integrated into the patient care pathway. * The service has been demonstrated to be value for money. * No alternative provider is likely to offer better outcomes on quality, value, or integration. * Samples Cannot be moved

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020616-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £290,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BARTS HEALTH NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 5HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Blackwall & Cubitt Town |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85146200 - Services provided by transplant organ banks

## Release History

- 12 May 2025 at 15:25 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020616-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020616-2025
  12th May 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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