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Purchase of Microbiology Plate Reader

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

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20 Aug 2025 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, located in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the purchase of a Microbiology Plate Reader under the LAB2010 NE Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services Framework. The procurement was undertaken through a selective process as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £40,000. The contract period runs from 10th July 2025 to 10th July 2026, and the completion of the tender was marked in the award stage, dated 20th August 2025. The industry category falls under installation services of laboratory equipment, reinforcing its specialised nature within the scientific sector.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and installation services, particularly those adept at fulfilling contract requirements through framework agreements. Companies like Fisher Scientific U.K., Limited, the contracted supplier, demonstrate the potential for large-scale organisations to secure government contracts through their established capabilities. The opportunity is particularly well-suited for businesses poised to deliver high-quality laboratory and precision equipment solutions, contributing to public health advancements by equipping regulatory agencies with necessary technological tools.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Microbiology Plate Reader

Notice Description

Purchase of Microbiology Plate Reader (LAB2010 NE Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services - Framework). Additional information: Purchase of Microbiology Plate Reader (LAB2010 NE Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services - Framework).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/431ed312-99b9-4bd7-bb2d-4e3b9ff71f8a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

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

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 10 Jul 2026 1-2 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
MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FISHER SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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