Scope
Reference
C408440
Description
To supply Blood Collection systems used for venepuncture for Devon and Wiltshire.
It is the intention of the Trusts to novate the award of this contract into the Pathology Managed Laboratory Service contracts in this region.
This procurement is being managed by the Peninsula Purchasing & Supply Alliance on behalf of Devon and Wiltshire and the following organisations:
• University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
• Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
• Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (Eastern & Northern)
• Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
• Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Total value (estimated)
- £10,000,000 excluding VAT
- £12,000,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2031
- Possible extension to 31 July 2036
- 10 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 33141300 - Venepuncture, blood sampling devices
Engagement
Engagement deadline
1 May 2025
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
Pre-market engagement was carried out to understand the market capability and to assess any options for innovation going forwards into this procurement.
The method of the pre-market engagement included supplier presentations and product demonstrations.
It took place at Cullompton Library, The Hayridge, Exeter Hill, Cullompton EX15 1DJ, between 10am - 3pm.
The contracting authority confirms that the pre-market engagement was conducted in accordance with the principles of transparency and equal treatment, and that participation in the engagement will not confer any advantage in the forthcoming procurement.
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
30 January 2026
Contracting authority
University Hospitals Plymouth
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWJW-1642-HQRM
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Laura Gillson
Email: laura.gillson@nhs.net
Website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/
Region: UKK41 - Plymouth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government