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APHA Capex: Supply of Ultramicrotome

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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04 Aug 2026 at 13:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has completed the procurement process for the supply of an Ultramicrotome, with the main procurement category being laboratory, optical, and precision equipments. This process took place under a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at GBP 147,924.57, spans from 27th July 2026 to 27th October 2027, and targets delivery within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement reached the award stage, with the award being finalised on 29th July 2026. VWR International Ltd has been identified as the supplier for this contract.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment to engage with a government body, especially in the South East region. Companies that specialise in supplying, delivering, and installing sophisticated equipment such as Ultramicrotomes can leverage this opportunity. Additionally, businesses that can provide operational training and maintenance services are well-positioned to benefit. The process demonstrates potential for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the suitability criteria highlighting SME involvement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

APHA Capex: Supply of Ultramicrotome

Notice Description

The Contractor will provide the Goods outlined in the specification as referenced in the Order Form. The Contractor shall supply, deliver, install and demonstrate the functionality and run system diagnostic checks for the Ultramicrotome for use within the Purchaser's Pathology Department. The Contractor will also be required to deliver training in operation to the Purchasers staff.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7c5a8356-a2fb-4e6f-8f7a-d037a76f82d1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e35ceca-e4e5-4166-81e6-3e4b237c6325
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
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
£147,924 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£147,924 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 27 Oct 2027 1-2 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
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 7PX
Post Town
York
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VWR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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