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BCG External Auditor

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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08 Apr 2021 at 11:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "BCG External Auditor" contract has been awarded by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This contract, categorised under animal husbandry services, involves auditing the field trials of the BCG cattle vaccine and its companion DIVA test to ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice Veterinary (GCPvet). The contract spans from 1st March 2021 to 29th February 2024, with a total value of £135,000. The procurement method used was a single tender action below the threshold, and the tender was completed on 22nd February 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in veterinary medicine auditing and related services. Companies with expertise in Good Clinical Practice protocols, particularly those who can demonstrate experience in auditing veterinary medicines for cattle, would be well-suited to engage in similar contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as these organisations can contribute valuable skills and insights to enhance animal health and welfare in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BCG External Auditor

Notice Description

This expenditure is to cover the auditing of the cattle vaccine and companion DIVA test field trails to Good Clinical Practice Veterinary (GCPvet). APHA are currently planning to run field trials to verify experimental data to enable the application for veterinary medicine certification for the use of BCG cattle vaccine and its companion DIVA skin test to enhance current TB controls in GB. To assist in this programme APHA require an independent Auditor that has had previous experience of GCPvet field trails of veterinary medicines for cattle. The auditor will proactively provide independent external assurance to the sponsor that the study meets the requirements of GCPvet. This will include auditing of the protocol for likely problems and potential non compliances before the field trials begin, compliance by the Contract Research Organisation (CRO) with the protocol, that amendments and deviations from the protocol are appropriately recorded, reported and controlled. The final report from the CRO must be audited by the external auditor. Interim and final reports from the auditor will be expected regarding compliance of the trials to GCPvet. Additional information: Please note that Defra Group Commercial 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a7535ae-1ac3-434f-a77f-446160c2c9ae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ae7c265-b3b0-43fb-aacd-59aa270d9f17
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77500000 - Animal husbandry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 29 Feb 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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

CLINICAL RESEARCH & COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

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