Award

24548 - APHA Pipette Service, Repair and Calibration

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 May 2018 at 07:44

Award Notice
Tender

30 Jan 2018 at 14:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "24548 - APHA Pipette Service, Repair and Calibration" was conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. This project falls within the services category, specifically related to laboratory pipettes and accessories, with a total contract value of £139,256. The open procedure was used for procurement, and the tender period ended on 8th March 2018. The award notice was published on 11th May 2018, indicating that the contract is due to commence on 15th May 2018 and will last until 14th May 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses focused on laboratory equipment services, particularly those that specialise in maintenance and calibration. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement process has been designed with their capabilities in mind. Engaging in this tender can help businesses expand their service offerings and establish long-term relationships within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

24548 - APHA Pipette Service, Repair and Calibration

Notice Description

Continuing service, maintenance and calibration of all APHA pipettes to ensure equipment meets the required quality standards. 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. "

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-439b2bd0-e4ae-486a-b477-e2e51d89cd9c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/442bf5ac-4788-40ea-a8e6-e2ddca7ac8c0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories

38437100 - Pipettes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£139,256 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£139,256 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20187 years ago
Contract Period
14 May 2018 - 14 May 2021 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
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

STARLAB

Further Information

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