Managed Service for Hepatitis E Nucleic Acid Testing

Concepts

• edinburgh
• medical equipment
• parvo b19 testing
• hepatitis e nucleic acid testing
• testing
• hepatitis b
• managed service
• the scottish national blood transfusion service
• tests
• managed

Location

SNBTS Jack Copland Centre 52 Research Avenue Edinburgh EH14 4AP WBS Ely Valley Road Talbot Green Pontyclun CF72 9WB

Description

In line with the UK`s preparation for Plasma for Medicines, The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) have been requested to prepare for the introduction of HAV and Parvo B19 testing. HAV and Parvo B19 testing can be performed on current SNBTS equipment that is used for testing of Hepatitis B (HCV).

Total Quantity or Scope

In line with the UK`s preparation for Plasma for Medicines, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) have been requested to prepare for the introduction of HAV and Parvo B19 testing. HAV and Parvo B19 testing can be performed on current SNBTS equipment that is used for testing of Hepatitis B (HCV). The intention would be to add HAV and Parvo B19 testing from April 2024 – 31st October 2025 (19 months). The project to replace the current contract is due to commence next year and these tests will be included as part of this.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 50421000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical equipment

Indicators

• Award on basis of price.

Legal Justification

Any new contract will only be for a period of 19 months, contracts of this type are generally for periods of 5 – 7 years (with options for extensions).

Other Information

(SC Ref:749502)