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C32394 - Supply of x 2 CO2 Incubators for APHA

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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05 Jan 2026 at 10:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), based in London, has concluded the procurement process titled "Supply of x 2 CO2 Incubators for APHA." This procurement falls under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)" with classification code 38000000. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement was completed on 29th December 2025, with a tender period ending on 26th December 2025. The contract spans from 29th December 2025 to 28th February 2029, with a total value of £20,348 GBP. This tender allows for delivery across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that supply laboratory equipment. Although the procurement stage is complete, businesses in this sector can benefit from similar future opportunities by ensuring they are included in relevant frameworks. The successful supplier for this contract was VWR International Ltd, based in Leicestershire, highlighting the potential for businesses located in the UK and beyond. Being part of a framework can facilitate access to repeat business from government agencies such as APHA, thus bolstering growth and ensuring sustained demand for relevant goods.

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Notice Title

C32394 - Supply of x 2 CO2 Incubators for APHA

Notice Description

C32394 - Supply of x 2 CO2 Incubators for APHA

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bc7e14d0-c579-4f7e-8eb9-20b58b74b52a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e268fa1-fa49-4aec-b8be-5c08932f52d9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,348 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,348 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
29 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 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
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 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
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

VWR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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