---
title: "Newcastle - National Deceased Donation Simulation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c953"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2026-07-13"
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# Newcastle - National Deceased Donation Simulation

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c953

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Newcastle - National Deceased Donation Simulation" has been initiated by NHS Blood and Transplant, a central government public authority situated in Bristol, United Kingdom. This contract focuses on providing a simulation training facility for organ and tissue donation in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The procurement process is now at the award stage and has been completed, with the direct procurement method being utilised without competition for below-threshold services. The contract was signed on 25th February 2026 and is set to run until 24th February 2029. Key participants include Northumbria University, which has been awarded the contract to deliver education and training services under this initiative.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with expertise in medical simulations and organ donation processes. Large institutions like universities or specialised training centres would be well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities, leveraging their resources and expertise to deliver quality simulation training. This engagement not only fosters improved health outcomes but also enhances an institution's portfolio in the higher education domain, strengthening partnerships within the public health sector.

## Notice

Simulation training facility for organ and tissue donation. Geographical area covered: Newcastle Upon Tyne

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065522-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,608 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 10:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065522-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065522-2026
  13th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk
- https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/

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