Buyer Name: NHS Blood and Transplant
Buyer Address: 500 North Bristol Park, Bristol, UKK12, BS34 7QH, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Samantha Rix
Contact Email: samantha.rix@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Buyer Name: NHS Blood and Transplant
Buyer Address: 500 North Bristol Park, Bristol, UKK12, BS34 7QH, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Samantha Rix
Contact Email: samantha.rix@nhsbt.nhs.uk
NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) has a requirement for blood component sample pouches which are suitable for use in sampling of blood components. Blood samples are taken from components to measure blood quality parameters to assess pack / production process capabilities to meet final component specification. Sample pouches must be capable of taking a representative sample of the blood in the component pack whilst not affecting the originating blood pack and component functionality. No business whatsoever is guaranteed under any resulting contract, and there is no guarantee that any contract will be put in place in relation to this notice. Each Potential Supplier is responsible for all costs and expenses incurred in relation to this tender process, each Potential Supplier accepts by its participation in this process, including without limitation the submission of any documents or attending meetings, that it will not be entitled to claim from NHSBT any costs, expenses or liabilities that it may incur irrespective of whether or not its tender is successful or if a tender or resulting contract is withdrawn for any reason.
No linked documents found for this notice.
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045968-2025
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Has Options: Yes
Lot 1 Options: Option to Extend by up to 24 months
Lot 1 Value: GBP 175,000.00
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 210,000.00
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-10-01T00:00:00+01:00
Lot 1 Contract End: 2027-10-31T23:59:59Z
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (20%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value (10%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (70%)
Document Description: Not published
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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