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Tender for Laboratory analysis of samples taken from Private Water Supplies in Herefordshire

HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Award

03 Apr 2025 at 12:03

Award Notice
Tender

10 Feb 2025 at 12:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Herefordshire Council has completed the tender process for the provision of routine accredited laboratory analysis of samples from Private Water Supplies within Herefordshire, as required by the Private Water Supplies Regulations 2016 and the Water Industry Act. The contract also includes a courier service from Hereford to the laboratory. The tender, classified under "Laboratory services" (CPV: 71900000), pertains to the services category. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period ending on 10 March 2025, and the contract period spanning from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2030. The value of the contract was estimated at £100,000. This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in laboratory services and logistical support. Businesses that are adept at managing regulatory compliance and possess robust laboratory facilities can leverage this contract to strengthen their foothold in the West Midlands. Engaging in this procurement process not only provides financial growth but also enhances reputation and expertise in delivering statutory laboratory services. Herefordshire Council's contact for this procurement is David Thomas, available via email at david.thomas2@herefordshire.gov.uk.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for Laboratory analysis of samples taken from Private Water Supplies in Herefordshire

Notice Description

Tender for providing routine accredited laboratory analysis of samples taken from Private Water Supplies in Herefordshire by Herefordshire Council in accordance with statutory duties under the Private Water Supplies Regulations 2016 and the Water Industry Act. This tender does not include the taking of samples from the sample points, but does include the courier service from Hereford to the laboratory. Additional information: Herefordshire Council has published this contract opportunity on the Supplying the Southwest Portal. To view the documentation related to this opportunity you will need to register on the portal if you are not already registered with Procontract, and express an interest in the opportunity. To register with Procontract on the Supplying the Southwest Portal, click on the link below or copy and paste the link into your browser's address bar: https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c8d4a175-86bd-402c-8546-37e019682286
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfcf303-f50b-4a53-8e46-85b9671bd937
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 3 Apr 2025 30 days
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
HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HEREFORD
Postcode
HR4 0LE
Post Town
Hereford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Herefordshire, County of
Electoral Ward
Widemarsh
Westminster Constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TENDER ABANDONED.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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