Tender

Procurement of Laboratory Testing Services for the Suffolk Coastal Port Health Authority

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

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18 Dec 2024 at 15:23

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Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk Council (ESC) is seeking to procure comprehensive laboratory testing services for the Suffolk Coastal Port Health Authority. This tender, classified under 'Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services' (CPV 71600000), seeks a reliable testing service for food safety, environmental health, and public health samples. The procurement process is currently at the tender amendment stage with key deadlines, including the tender period ending on 19 February 2025, and the contract period set from 3 March 2025 to 2 March 2030. Interested parties can access the tender documentation freely online.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory testing and analysis, including technical inspection and testing services, and laboratory services (CPV 71630000 and 71900000). It's particularly well-suited for SMEs due to its suitability requirements. By securing this contract, businesses can expect to enhance their portfolio and establish their service's credibility within the industry. Companies capable of delivering precise and comprehensive analytical testing are encouraged to participate in this open procedure procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Laboratory Testing Services for the Suffolk Coastal Port Health Authority

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council (ESC) is steadfastly committed to upholding the highest standards of public safety and regulatory compliance through the implementation of robust food safety and environmental health measures. To ensure adherence to relevant legislation, we necessitate a dependable testing service capable of providing a thorough and accurate analysis of various samples. As such ESC is seeking to procure comprehensive analytical testing services for a broad spectrum of products, encompassing food safety, environmental health, and public health samples. Further detail in the specification in Appendix A outlines the essential requirements and considerations for selecting an official laboratory partner. Additional information: The tender documentation is free to access on the following link. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/eastsuffolk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d74cd014-fbb2-490c-b27d-ffc8b1a0d898
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 2 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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