Award

Supply of Fluorescent Microscope for APHA : Call-Off from LAB1028, Lot 1

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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18 Jul 2025 at 07:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), based in London, UK, recently completed the procurement process for a fluorescent microscope as part of a framework direct award, titled "Supply of Fluorescent Microscope for APHA: Call-Off from LAB1028, Lot 1". This procurement falls under the laboratory services category, with the procurement method being selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract award was made to Nikon UK, Branch of Nikon Europe B.V., on 15th July 2025, for a period ending 30th June 2026. This procurement opportunity was aimed at the laboratory services sector and is supportive of SMEs, with delivery locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, and several other regions globally.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-tech laboratory equipment, such as suppliers of advanced microscopy technology. Companies in the laboratory services industry, particularly those capable of fulfilling framework agreement call-offs, could significantly benefit from such contracts. The tender's support for SMEs provides an inviting prospect for small and medium-sized enterprises that can effectively supply specialised equipment and services. By engaging with procurement opportunities like this, businesses can expand their market reach and client base, particularly if they deliver innovative and reliable laboratory solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Fluorescent Microscope for APHA : Call-Off from LAB1028, Lot 1

Notice Description

Contract C29614 - Framework Direct Award - Supply of Fluorescent Microscope: LAB1028, Lot 1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6c6423c-ae81-482d-8254-68c1e0eced65
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,277 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,277 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20254 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
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
Afolake Nwose
Contact Email
afolake.nwose@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03459335577

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

NIKON UK, BRANCH OF NIKON EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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