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CEFAS24-83 Contract for onsite pipette clinic for Maintenance, Calibration & Repair

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract titled "CEFAS24-83 Contract for onsite pipette clinic for Maintenance, Calibration & Repair" has been completed, with Cefas as the buying organisation. This contract falls under the industry category of Calibration Services (CPV: 50433000) and involves providing onsite pipette clinics for maintenance and calibration at the Cefas Weymouth laboratory. The procurement method used was an open procedure (below threshold) aimed at servicing the laboratory's range of pipettes, with over 250 units requiring routine maintenance. The contract, valued at £50,000, runs from 20th September 2024 to 22nd September 2026, and was awarded to Starlab. The award date for this contract was initially published on 17th September 2024.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in calibration and laboratory equipment services, particularly those accredited to ISO17025, as this is a requirement for undertaking calibration work for Cefas. Companies that can provide additional training and support about calibration requirements can also benefit, as this contract includes providing workshops for Cefas staff. This tender is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in laboratory equipment maintenance and repair, potentially allowing them to expand their market presence and capabilities by securing a contract with a reputable government entity like Cefas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS24-83 Contract for onsite pipette clinic for Maintenance, Calibration & Repair

Notice Description

1. Background The Cefas Weymouth laboratory has some 250+ pipettes that require annual and/or two yearly preventative maintenance, service, calibration, and repair. We have various brands, including:- Eppendorf, Gilson, Sartorius, Rainin (Mettler Toledo), Biohit, HTL, Thermo Electron, Labsystems and Fisherbrand. As an example, in molecular, virology and tissue culture areas, pipettes are used for the detection, isolation, and identification of aquatic diseases. This ranges from handling tissue homogenates, extracted DNA/RNA, to simply aliquoting out reagents precisely. There is similar usage in our other laboratory areas. The Cefas labs currently undertake testing work to ISO/IEC 17025. Therefore, the supplier must also be accredited to ISO17025 to undertake the calibration work. 2. Requirements 2.1. Pipette Clinic Cefas require the Supplier to: 2.1.1. Provide the services via an annual onsite clinic at the Weymouth laboratory. To be run over 3 to 4 weeks, Ideally in the January of each year, with preferred start dates for January 2025 being week of 6th or week of 13th. 2.2. Training / Support for Cefas Laboratory Staff In addition to the pipette services, Cefas require the Supplier to: 2.2.1. provide onsite workshops/training in calibration requirements, including how to identify the different types, the limitations of the workings of pipettes and how to select correct calibration and service levels needed. Also to explain difference between manufacturers and standard ISO level calibration and how it relates to usage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ab237da-7bed-47f3-af1a-4090a6292cfb
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50433000 - Calibration services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Sep 2024 - 22 Sep 2026 2-3 years
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
CEFAS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STARLAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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