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title: "Supply of Tube Sealers, PPM & Repair. PPM & Repair of Existing Tube Heat Sealers"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0550d0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2026-01-14"
---

# Supply of Tube Sealers, PPM & Repair. PPM & Repair of Existing Tube Heat Sealers

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0550d0

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## Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant has successfully completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement focusing on the supply and maintenance of tube sealers, as well as repair services. The tender, titled "Supply of Tube Sealers, PPM & Repair," was conducted using an open competitive flexible procedure, covering industry categories associated with sealing equipment and the maintenance of medical apparatus across the United Kingdom. The active procurement stage as of 14 January 2026 pertains to the award of contracts to suppliers including AB Scientific Limited, Technopath Distribution Ltd, and others. The key contracts are intended to run from 11 December 2025 to 10 December 2027, with the possibility of renewal up to December 2029.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in manufacturing and servicing medical equipment. Companies offering sealing equipment and maintenance services, especially those with capabilities for handheld and benchtop tube sealers, are well-positioned to benefit from this framework. Small to medium enterprises have been successful in securing significant parts of the contract, demonstrating that both SME and larger suppliers can compete effectively within this framework, enhancing their presence in the public sector and securing long-term contracts.

## Notice

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Tube Sealers (bench top / handheld) and associated Maintenance & Repair Services; and Maintenance & Repair of Existing NHSBT owned Tube Heat Sealers

### Lot Information

4. Technical Requirements Section (Lot 2 Handheld Sealers)

Supply new hand held tube sealers and associated maintenance and repair services.

Options: Two additional years available as monthly or cumulative extensions.

Renewal: Two additional years available as monthly or cumulative extensions.

4. Technical Requirements Section (Lot 1 Bench Top Sealers)

Supply new bench top tube sealers and associated maintenance and repair services.

Options: Two additional years available as monthly or cumulative extensions.

Renewal: Two additional years available as monthly or cumulative extensions.

4. Technical Requirements Section (Lot 3 PPM & Repair for existing Tube Sealers)

Suppliers can bid for any or all sub-lots. Maintenance and Repair of existing NHSBT owned Tube Sealers: Lot 3a: Fresenius Kabi Tube Sealers Lot 3b: Ljungberg and Kogel Tube Sealers Lot 3c: Sebra Tube Sealers.

Options: Two additional years available as monthly or cumulative extensions.

Renewal: Two additional years available as monthly or cumulative extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003125-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2025 - 10 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | 2029-07-06 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,747,195 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,050,000 |
| Contracts value | £1,946,327 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | AB SCIENTIFIC; FRESENIUS KABI; MACOPHARMA; OXFORD MEDITECH; TECHNOPATH DISTRIBUTION; TERUMO BCT EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 33191000 - Sterilisation, disinfection and hygiene devices
- 39360000 - Sealing equipment
- 50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 14:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003125-2026
- 24 Nov 2025 at 15:51 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076595-2025
- 20 Jun 2025 at 11:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034028-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003125-2026
  14th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076595-2025
  24th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034028-2025
  20th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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