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GB-Lowestoft: GLP Auditor

CEFAS

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14 Sep 2020 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the role of GLP Auditor has been successfully completed by Cefas, a notable authority in the ecotoxicology sector, located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the auditing services category (CPV code: 79212000) and employed an open procurement method. The tender was published on 14 September 2020, while the awarding decision was made on 4 October 2019. The contract period commenced on 7 October 2019 and is set to conclude on 30 September 2022, focusing on quality assurance services in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines.

This project presents a promising opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in auditing and quality assurance within the ecotoxicology sector. Companies particularly experienced in performing audits, conducting inspections, and providing relevant training are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The dynamic nature of Cefas’ operations in environmental testing and monitoring highlights the ongoing demand for qualified auditors in this field, creating avenues for SMEs to engage and expand within the public procurement space.

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Notice Title

GB-Lowestoft: GLP Auditor

Notice Description

Cefas provides ecotoxicology services to a range of industrial sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear energy, veterinary medicine, chemical manufacturers/suppliers, water industry, biocides and emergency response. The ecotoxicology team offer a broad range of acute and chronic ecotoxicology studies run to both standard guidelines (e.g. OECD) and as bespoke tests to assess chemical and effluent toxicity. Cefas has a proven track record of providing regulatory testing, including the delivery of marine, freshwater and sediment testing to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) compliancy. Requirement: Suitably experienced auditors to provide Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Quality Assurance services to Cefas, Lowestoft NR33 0HT. The intention is to build a small framework of suppliers that can be called upon when required (call-off arrangement) to provide assistance with the implementation of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Quality Assurance requirements. It is expected that successful Tenderers will have previous experience and will be required to cover (but not limited to) the following areas: * Performing audits of study plans * Performing audits of data and reports * Conducting study specific inspections * Conducting process-based inspections * Conducting facility audits of the Customer's test facility * Provision of training relevant to services provided * Provision of guidance and advice on GLP concerns and issues * Attending Regulatory Inspections by the UK GLPMA To respond to this opportunity or to find out more please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/V7HRKFZR69 Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a0e1cef7-d981-4264-bef1-ad5b8ad8f2d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9b246b7-4e53-4782-ad0a-6a9535fba783
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
6 Oct 2019 - 30 Sep 2022 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CEFAS
Contact Name
Chloe Halifax
Contact Email
procure@cefas.co.uk
Contact Phone
01502524515

Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
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
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUCKINGHAM QA CONSULTANCY

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