Automated Donor and Patient Immunohematology testing

The Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service is overseeing a procurement process titled "Automated Donor and Patient Immunohematology testing," in the public authority - central government industry category. The procurement is taking place in Belfast, Northern Ireland, under the UKN region, following Northern Irish devolved regulations. This process is at the award stage, having used a direct award procurement method to ensure continuity in services.

The current contract is an interim agreement with a timeline from 9th September 2025 to 30th April 2026, with the previous contract recently completed on 30th April 2025. The contract value is £220,000 GBP, excluding VAT. This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specializing in medical supplies and services, particularly those offering blood analysis services and blood-grouping reagents.

Given the procurement's focus on automated testing platforms, SMEs within this niche, like the awarding supplier, Medical Supply Company, are well positioned to compete. The contract ensures a six-month continuity of essential regional services, making it an attractive bid for companies looking to establish a footprint or expand within the Northern Ireland healthcare sector.