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15 Jul 2026 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Defra, titled "C34786: Various -20°C and -80°C Freezers for APHA Laboratories", falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The process, which employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, is in the award stage as of 14th July 2026. The contract, valued at £191,961 GBP, will span from 20th July 2026 to 31st October 2031, and the delivery is to various locations, including the UK, Channel Islands, and British Overseas Territories, amongst others.

This awarded tender offers business growth potential, especially for SMEs and VCSEs specialised in advanced laboratory equipment. Companies capable of supplying precision cooling equipment for laboratory settings would find valuable opportunities in such contracts. Participation in this procurement strengthens a supplier's portfolio in dealing with high-profile government contracts, enriching their credibility and network in this sector.

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Notice Title

C34786: Various -200C and -800C Freezers for APHA Laboratories

Notice Description

Contract for Various -200C and -800C Freezers for APHA Laboratories

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00c214e7-778b-4fed-8179-7cab1c4217a0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7d3a7a-2021-4176-96e6-fac292f9d8e1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£191,961 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£191,961 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WOLF LABORATORIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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