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title: "Plasmapheresis Collection Systems"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000629741"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH NATIONAL BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE"
published: "2025-06-25"
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# Plasmapheresis Collection Systems

Buyer: SCOTTISH NATIONAL BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000629741

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## Summary

The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service, located in Edinburgh, is responsible for a public procurement project titled "Plasmapheresis Collection Systems". This procurement falls under the goods category, focusing on medical devices within the healthcare industry. The contracting process has recently progressed to the 'Contract Update' stage, with key contract details updated on 25th June 2025. The contract, initially signed on 8th December 2020, has an active status and spans a duration of 1080 days. This project aims to achieve self-sufficiency in immunoglobulin production through volunteer plasma donations. The procurement was executed using an open procedure, reflecting transparency and competitive engagement among suppliers, with the procurement process overseen through various compliance and regulatory frameworks, including the EU Open Journal scheme.

This procurement project holds significant opportunities for businesses in the medical and health technology industries, particularly those experienced in supplying medical and plasmapheresis machines. Companies that can provide compatible consumables and maintenance services for existing equipment will find this contract beneficial for growth. Large-scale suppliers like Fresenius Kabi Limited, already involved as a supplier, highlight the project's scale and potential for high-volume transactions. Businesses capable of meeting technical requirements and contributing innovative solutions aligned with UK blood safety guidelines will be well-suited to compete in such initiatives, fostering sector growth and expanding their market presence. This procurement not only supports the immediate needs of the Scottish healthcare system but also positions participating companies as key contributors to a critical area of public health infrastructure.

## Notice

SNBTS requires Automated Plasmapheresis Collection Machines which must: - Be capable of providing leuco-depleted plasma for the manufacture of Covid-19 Convalescent Plasma(C19-CP), Fresh Frozen Plasma and Source plasma for blood products. - These devices should enable the collection of double and triple doses of CP and FFP - These must be in line with Guidelines for the Blood Transfusion Services in the UK (Current Edition) and the Blood Safety & Quality Regulations 2005.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

There is a need for plasmapheresis devices to achieve a degree of self-sufficiency from volunteer plasma donations to manufacture Immunoglobulin (Ig) therapeutic product to meet clinical demand.

Options: SNBTS may decide to purchase additional devices during the period of the contract.

Renewal: The Contract period shall be for an initial period of 13 months from the date of commencement of the Contract. SNBTS shall be entitled, at its option, to continue the period of the Contract for three (3) twelve (12) month extension periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533244 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £118,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH NATIONAL BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4BE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRESENIUS KABI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533244
- 30 Dec 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN403374
- 14 Sep 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394857

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394857
  Plasmapheresis Collection Systems - SNBTS requires Automated Plasmapheresis Collection Machines which must: - Be capable of providing leuco-depleted plasma for the manufacture of Covid-19 Convalescent Plasma(C19-CP), Fresh Frozen Plasma and Source plasma for blood products. - These devices should enable the collection of double and triple doses of CP and FFP - These must be in line with Guidelines for the Blood Transfusion Services in the UK (Current Edition) and the Blood Safety & Quality Regulations 2005.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN403374
  Plasmapheresis Collection Systems - SNBTS requires Automated Plasmapheresis Collection Machines which must: - Be capable of providing leuco-depleted plasma for the manufacture of Covid-19 Convalescent Plasma(C19-CP), Fresh Frozen Plasma and Source plasma for blood products. - These devices should enable the collection of double and triple doses of CP and FFP - These must be in line with Guidelines for the Blood Transfusion Services in the UK (Current Edition) and the Blood Safety & Quality Regulations 2005.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533244
  Plasmapheresis Collection Systems

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.scotblood.co.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000629741
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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