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UKRI-GSS24601 QuantStudio service Competitive quotation

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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13 Aug 2024 at 07:19

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Limited has concluded the procurement process for a 12-month service contract dedicated to servicing and maintaining QuantStudio Instruments for UKRI-MRC. This award, referenced as GSS24601, falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category. The contract is valued at £23,011.20 GBP and was awarded on 12th August 2024. The service will commence on 28th September 2024 and conclude on 27th September 2025, with services provided in England, particularly in the W12 0NN postal area. The procurement method employed was a competitive quotation below the threshold, indicating a limited procurement process that has been finalised with the status marked as complete.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment services, especially SMEs that meet the suitability criteria. With the demand for precise maintenance of high-value laboratory instruments, businesses with expertise in technical service and support in this domain can secure long-term contracts and build a strong portfolio. Life Technologies Ltd, a large-scale supplier, has already been awarded this contract, showcasing the potential for other businesses to follow suit in future opportunities within this highly specialised and technical market sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-GSS24601 QuantStudio service Competitive quotation

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive quote exercise. Award notice for the Supply of 12-month service contract for servicing and maintaining of QuanStudio Instruments to UKRI- MRC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbfc8292-aa82-459b-abe6-ffc00cf938d3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£23,011 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,011 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
27 Sep 2024 - 27 Sep 2025 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1UH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

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