Microbiology Serology Testing Managed Service

The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to:
• Alert potential suppliers that NHS Blood and Transplant intends to let a managed service contract which supports the delivery of Microbiology Serological screening/ testing of blood and non-blood donations. NOTE: The estimated total value below is based on a maximum 10-year contract duration.
• Develop NHSBTs understanding of the capabilities, dependencies and competitiveness of the marketplace and the ability of industry to provide the required level of support and innovation.
• Make potential suppliers aware of the Kit Evaluation Group (KEG) and their assessment process for assays

An expression of interest must be e-mailed to Daniel.Kirkbride@nhsbt.nhs.uk by no later than Monday 29 May 2023, which includes the following:
• Company Name and Address
• Company point of contact details (Name, role, email and contact number)
• Copies of the relevant assay Instructions for Use

Upon expressing an interest, potential suppliers will be sent a further request for information, to aid discussions at supplier engagement events to be arranged for June 2023. The formal publication of the procurement is planned for August/ September 2023.