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title: "PPSA - Blood Collection Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060d3a"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS PLYMOUTH"
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# PPSA - Blood Collection Systems

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060d3a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "PPSA - Blood Collection Systems" is being conducted by University Hospitals Plymouth, managed on behalf of various NHS Trusts in Devon and Wiltshire, including University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust and Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, among others. This tender focuses on the supply of blood collection systems used for venepuncture. Managed by the Peninsula Purchasing & Supply Alliance, the procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically venepuncture and blood sampling devices, with a total estimated contract value of up to £12,000,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and all bids must be submitted via the Atamis platform. The tender stage is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 2 March 2026, at noon.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and distribution of medical devices, particularly those specialising in venepuncture and blood collection systems. Companies with strong capabilities in quality and cost-effective supply of such medical goods can leverage this opportunity to secure a long-term partnership, as the contract is set to commence on 1 August 2026 and remains potentially renewable until 2036. The procurement incentivises not only competitive pricing but also high technical quality and social value contributions, making it suitable for businesses looking to expand their market presence within the public healthcare sector in the United Kingdom.

## Notice

To supply Blood Collection systems used for venepuncture for Devon and Wiltshire. It is the intention of the Trusts to novate the award of this contract into the Pathology Managed Laboratory Service contracts in this region. This procurement is being managed by the Peninsula Purchasing & Supply Alliance on behalf of Devon and Wiltshire and the following organisations: * University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust * Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust * Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (Eastern & Northern) * Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust * Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

### Planning Information

Pre-market engagement was carried out to understand the market capability and to assess any options for innovation going forwards into this procurement. 
The method of the pre-market engagement included supplier presentations and product demonstrations.
It took place at Cullompton Library, The Hayridge, Exeter Hill, Cullompton EX15 1DJ, between 10am – 3pm. 
The contracting authority confirms that the pre-market engagement was conducted in accordance with the principles of transparency and equal treatment, and that participation in the engagement will not confer any advantage in the forthcoming procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008203-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | £10,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL6 8DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Moor View |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Moor View |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141300 - Venepuncture, blood sampling devices

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 16:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008203-2026
- 23 Jan 2026 at 12:15 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006150-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008203-2026
  29th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006150-2026
  23rd January 2026 - 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.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/

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