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title: "Framework Agreement for the Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0593fd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Framework Agreement for the Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0593fd

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## Summary

The NHS Blood and Transplant organisation has completed the procurement process for a framework agreement to supply Copper Sulphate Solution for blood donor haemoglobin screening. The industry category is chemical products, specifically copper sulphate, with an anticipated maximum contract value of £2,562,158.40. The contract is based in the United Kingdom, with a planned commencement from 15th June 2026 and termination on 14th June 2030. This procurement was conducted using an open, competitive flexible procedure. The award stage has been completed, pending the standstill period which ends on 2nd June 2026. Two suppliers, REAGENT CHEMICAL SERVICES LIMITED and VICKERS LABORATORIES LIMITED, are partnering in this agreement.

This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of chemical solutions. SMEs that specialise in chemical manufacturing, particularly those producing chemical reagents such as copper sulphate, will find this an appealing opportunity. The framework encourages competitive participation, making it suitable for companies with capabilities to meet stringent quality and delivery standards required by the NHS Blood and Transplant. The ongoing demand for these solutions ensures a steady market for suppliers who can consistently deliver high-quality products within specified standards and timeframes. Businesses engaging in this contract will gain a valuable partnership with a notable central government public authority, potentially opening doors for further collaborations in the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening. Please note that the Total Contract Value is the anticipated 'maximum' value of the Framework Agreement and there is no guarantee that the spend under the Framework Agreement will reach this level.

### Planning Information

If you are interested in taking part in the market engagement, please contact james.marshall2@nhsbt.nhs.uk by no later than 12:00 hrs (GMT) on 30/09/2025. Market engagement is likely to take place via a questionnaire and potentially video calls in October 2025. There is no guarantee that a formal procurement process will be launched as a result of this early market engagement exercise, nor that any contract(s) will be placed. No remuneration or compensation etc will be paid to organisations who take part in this early market engagement exercise. Suppliers should take part in this process only on the basis that they fully understand and accept this position.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046891-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | 17 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,250,000 |
| Lots value | £2,250,000 |
| Awards value | £2,135,132 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK11 Bristol, City of |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | REAGENT CHEMICAL SERVICES; VICKERS LABORATORIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products

### Codes

- 24313126 - Copper sulphate

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 10:01 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046891-2026
- 23 Dec 2025 at 10:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085683-2025
- 4 Sep 2025 at 11:04 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053864-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046891-2026
  21st May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085683-2025
  23rd December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053864-2025
  4th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/

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