---
title: "Laboratory Sample Transport Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000704125"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NHS GRAMPIAN"
published: "2022-08-31"
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# Laboratory Sample Transport Services

Buyer: NHS GRAMPIAN  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000704125

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## Summary

NHS Grampian, a public body based in Aberdeen, UK, has initiated a tender process for Laboratory Sample Transport Services. The tender is currently in the planning stage with a deadline for submissions set for October 4th, 2022. This procurement opportunity falls under the services category and follows an open procedure. The contract covers the transportation of urgent laboratory samples to various locations in Aberdeen and requires electronic submission via the provided link.

This tender from NHS Grampian presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses looking to provide transport services in the health sector. Companies experienced in delivering urgent sample transportation services within health boards and holding relevant qualifications and licenses are well-suited to compete. With a focus on technical/quality and pricing criteria, potential bidders need to demonstrate compliance with the specified selection criteria to be considered for this contract, which includes the provision of a service for a duration of 1080 days with possible renewal options.

## Notice

NHS Grampian has a requirement for the provision of a service for the transportation of urgent laboratory samples from the Laboratory Department at Dr Gray's Hospital Elgin to laboratories at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, AB25 2ZD, AB25 2ZB and AB25 2ZN and to Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, AB25 2ZW and at Raigmore Hospital, IV2 3UJ. These deliveries may be urgent in nature. Details will be on the tender documents in PCS-tender.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Grampian has a requirement for the provision of a service for the transportation of urgent laboratory samples from the Laboratory Department at Dr Gray's Hospital Elgin to laboratories at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, AB25 2ZD, AB25 2ZB and AB25 2ZN and to Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, AB25 2ZW and at Raigmore Hospital, IV2 3UJ.

Renewal: 12 months x 2 optional renewal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG457806 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | NHS GRAMPIAN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB15 6RE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Kingswells/Sheddocksley/Summerhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64120000 - Courier services

## Release History

- 31 Aug 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG457806

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG457806
  Laboratory Sample Transport Services - NHS Grampian has a requirement for the provision of a service for the transportation of urgent laboratory samples from the Laboratory Department at Dr Gray's Hospital Elgin to laboratories at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, AB25 2ZD, AB25 2ZB and AB25 2ZN and to Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, AB25 2ZW and at Raigmore Hospital, IV2 3UJ. These deliveries may be urgent in nature. Details will be on the tender documents in PCS-tender.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsgrampian.org
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000704125
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/aberdeen-civil-justice-centre-and-commercial-courts

## Provenance

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