Supplier of plastinated specimens for the teaching and learning of anatomy

Brunel Medical School is seeking a supplier of plastinated specimens for the teaching and learning of anatomy. The estimated spend is in the range of GBP 650 000-GBP 1 million.

From September 2021, Brunel University London is excited to be introducing a 5-year undergraduate degree in medicine leading to the award of bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery (MBBS). The new Brunel Medical School is part of the College of Health and Life Sciences. Our 5-year MBBS is open to students from outside the UK and EU.

Brunel University London has the privilege of being one of the most diverse universities in the UK, where equality and diversity are integral to our ethos because it is critically important that all our staff and students are able study, work, relax and socialise in a welcoming and inclusive environment which fosters a culture of mutual regard and respect.

Brunel University of London is well-placed to deliver doctors equipped for 21st Century medical practice. The College of Health and Life Sciences has a highly successful track record in the education of undergraduate and postgraduate students in clinical practice.

Conditions that the supplier must meet

1) The Human Tissue Authority (HTA) codes of practice and standards including demonstrating consent for the donation of human bodies for anatomical examination.

2) Provide both plastinated specimens and plastinated sections (slices) as noted in the attached specimen list.

3) Plastinated specimens and plastinated sections are delivered by the end of June 2021.

Brunel University London believes there is a very limited number of suppliers who meet the strict conditions required. However as part of our scoping exercise we are inviting expressions of interest from suppliers of Plastinated specimens who meet the strict conditions.

Please contact Lakshman Gill, Procurement Consultant on Lakshman.gill@brunel.ac.uk if you require more information or would like to submit an expression of interest.