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NHSBT Manufacturing and Logistics irradiate blood components to prevent Transfusion-Associated Graft versus Host Disease (TA-GVHD). Irradiation of blood products takes place in 2 types of irradiator: 1 using a source of gamma radiation and 1 that generates X-rays. In support of these services, we need the ability to demonstrate that they have been irradiated. As such 2 different types of labels are purchased, 1 for gamma irradiators and 1 for x-ray. The requirement for this procurement is for the supply of Irradiation Indicator Labels. This Framework Agreement is for a period of 4 years. The following contracting authorities will be able to purchase against the Framework Agreement: any NHS Authority or Trust, all UK Forum members (Welsh Blood Service, Northern Irish Blood Transfusion Service, Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service) and Irish Blood Transfusion Service. NHSBT Manufacturing and Logistics irradiate blood components to prevent Transfusion-Associated Graft versus Host Disease (TA-GVHD). Irradiation of blood products takes place in 2 types of irradiator: 1 using a source of gamma radiation and 1 that generates X-rays. In support of these services, we need the ability to demonstrate that they have been irradiated. As such 2 different types of labels are purchased, 1 for gamma irradiators and 1 for x-ray.