Tender

Purchase of FCS Foetal Calf (Bovine) Serum

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 10:40

Tender Notice
Tender

11 Feb 2025 at 16:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of Foetal Calf (Bovine) Serum, specifically for use at their South Mimms site in Hertfordshire, London. This tender falls under the industry category of "Animal products and related products" with additional classifications in "Laboratory reagents" and "Laboratory services". The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), and interested suppliers must submit their bids by 10:00 AM on 12th March 2025. The contract is set to commence on 4th June 2025 and will run until 4th June 2029. The process involves two lots of sample evaluations wherein submitted samples for Lot 1 and Lot 2 need pre-testing after Endotoxin testing and must be submitted by 20th March 2025.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory reagents or animal products. Suppliers who succeed in passing the initial qualification and technical requirements will be invited to register on MHRA’s supplier portal and submit their samples for evaluation. This contract is particularly well-suited for businesses with capabilities in providing high-quality laboratory reagents and animal product processing. Successful suppliers through this procurement process will not only secure a long-term contract but also gain a prestigious association with the MHRA, enhancing their market credibility and exposure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of FCS Foetal Calf (Bovine) Serum

Notice Description

The Agency has a requirement to source 2 Lots of Foetal Calf / Bovine Serum for use at our South Mimms Site. After receiving bids, suppliers who pass the Qualification and Technical requirement will be asked to register on to the Agency's Supplier portal. Purchase order will then be raised with these suppliers to order the respective samples for evaluation. The sample evaluation for: Lot 1 = Pre-testing will be 2 months post Endotoxin testing (Sample A to be submitted by 20.03.2025) Lot 2 = Pre-testing will be 4 months post Endotoxin testing (Sample B to be submitted by 20.03.2025) Only suppliers whose samples pass this evaluation, will move to the final round (Contract to be awarded to the most advantageous bid). *Tenderers shall note that these dates are indicative and are subject to change by the MHRA. All communication will be conducted through the Atamis e-portal. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c667f55-be0f-45fa-8afb-b02152835b5b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

03140000 - Animal products and related products

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jun 2025 - 4 Jun 2029 4-5 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
MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY
Contact Name
Aun Bhatti
Contact Email
purchasing@mhra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EN6 3QG
Post Town
Enfield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hertsmere
Electoral Ward
Shenley
Westminster Constituency
Hertsmere

Further Information

Notice Documents

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