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UKAS Accreditation

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal as the buying organisation, which is seeking a service provider for the "UKAS Accreditation" contract under the calibration services category. This contract is for a total value of £14,364 and falls under the direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action due to being below the threshold. The tender was active until 7th February 2022, with the contract commencing on 7th March 2022 and scheduled to end on 3rd March 2023. This opportunity is based in London, England and is crucial for maintaining ISO 17025 accreditation, mandated by UKAS as the sole assessment body in the UK.

This tender presents significant growth potential for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations engaged in calibration services. Companies operating in these sectors can leverage their expertise to meet the specific requirements outlined in the tender for UKAS accreditation, providing essential services to maintain quality standards in various industries. By participating in this procurement, businesses not only enhance their visibility in the public sector but also position themselves as trusted providers of critical accreditation services.

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Notice Title

UKAS Accreditation

Notice Description

Essential for DFU accreditation purposes under ISO 17025. UKAS are the sole assessment body for the United Kingdom and continued assessment to the standard is mandatory to maintain the accreditation. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-110ed67b-98a5-4fcc-a414-7bd09ba4621e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6c4389-642d-412f-8a34-f630823472d3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50433000 - Calibration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,364 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,364 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2022 - 3 Mar 2023 6-12 months
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 NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SP1J 3JR
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UKAS

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