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Next Generation Sequencing Testing (NGS)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: NHS Blood and Transplant

Buyer Address: 500 North Bristol Park, Bristol, UKK12, BS34 7QH, United Kingdom

Contact Email: rowena.thomas@nhsbt.nhs.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
600000.0 GBP
Gross: 660000.0 GBP
Published
26 Jan 2026, 11:05
Deadline
20 Feb 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) are seeking a provider for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) QC testing requirements for the Cellular and Molecular Therapies (CMT) directorate, namely the Clinical Biotechnology Centre (CBC). CBC handle a number of products in the production of Advanced Therapeutic Investigational Medicinal Products (ATMPs) and starter material master cell banks (MCBs). These require NGS QC testing services that meet specific regulatory requirements.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006523-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Has Options: Yes

Lot 1 Options: One (1) year optional extension

Lot 1 Value: GBP 600,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 660,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2027-03-31T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (30%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value (10%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (60%)

Documents

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