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APHA Courier International Specialist

DEFRA GROUP

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25 Jul 2024 at 15:13

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12 Jul 2024 at 12:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Group has completed the procurement process for the "APHA Courier International Specialist" contract, which involves providing courier services for the international transport of animal samples. This procurement falls under the courier services industry category, specifically related to postal services concerning parcels. The contract is valued at £160,000 and spans from 15 July 2024 to 31 March 2025. The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action below the threshold. The Defra Group, located in London (postcode SW1P 4DF), acted as the buying organisation, and the contract has been awarded to GTS Enterprises T/A Worldnet Shipping. The final award was published on 25 July 2024.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in international courier and logistics services. Companies with expertise in handling specialised shipments, particularly those related to animal health, would find this contract particularly beneficial. Although the procurement process employed a direct method suitable for a single tender, larger service providers capable of ensuring compliance and timely delivery across international borders are well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities. The contract's requirements highlight the importance of reliability and specialization in courier services, encouraging business growth through enhanced service offerings to meet public sector demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

APHA Courier International Specialist

Notice Description

Courier service for the international transport of animal samples

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b303f39f-a0f9-4b60-a9bf-7618418eb251
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4245fbbf-4cc7-4162-8acb-a60e3fddf3ad
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64113000 - Postal services related to parcels

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 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
DEFRA GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GTS ENTERPRISES T/A WORLDNET SHIPPING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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