Secondary Blood Grouping and Sickle Testing

The procurement process for the contract titled "Secondary Blood Grouping and Sickle Testing" was initiated by NHS Blood and Transplant, located at 500 North Way, North Bristol Park, Filton, Bristol, with postal code BS34 7QH. This contract falls under the industry category of blood analysis services and covers the geographical region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a negotiated procedure without prior publication, as it is above the threshold.

The process has reached the award stage, with the award date noted as 25th July 2025. The total contract value is £6,240,000, and the contract period spans from 30th May 2025 to 30th May 2030. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, specifically in blood analysis and testing.

The successful bidder, IBG Immucor Ltd, is already an established player in the market, and this contract represents a strong partnership with a key healthcare organisation. Large-scale companies with expertise in similar fields would be well-suited to compete in such tenders, as the project's requirements might go beyond the capacities of SMEs and VCSEs. Additionally, businesses capable of engaging in limited procurement processes are also ideal candidates for this type of opportunity.