Supply of Automated Molecular PCR Platform for NHS Blood and Transplant Virology Testing
NHS Blood and Transplant · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Automated Molecular PCR Platform for NHS Blood and Transplant Virology Testing
Awarded 01 Dec 2025
Awarded01 Dec 2025
Value£337,798.08
SupplierElitech UK Limited
AgencyNHS Blood and Transplant
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryHealth & Medical
Expires in 2y 1mo3y term, 31% elapsed
Awarded 1 Dec 2025Expires 30 Nov 2028
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NHS Blood and Transplant awarded a contract to Elitech UK Limited for a fully automated molecular PCR platform to perform testing for HHV-8 DNA in plasma and whole blood samples, as well as CMV DNA, HEV RNA, and HBV DNA in EDTA plasma samples.
This procurement supports the UK's universal post-donation screening for HHV-8 antibodies, introduced in May 2023 for deceased organ donor characterisation, alongside routine 24/7 pre-donation testing for other infection markers by NHS diagnostic laboratories.
The contract value is £337,798.08.
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