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11 Jun 2026 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) in the UK has completed a procurement process for the supply of Cytospin Centrifuges and Accessories, under the contract titled "Cytospin Centrifuges & Accessories for APHA". This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipments, specifically under CPV code 38000000. The contract, valued at £16,748.63, was awarded through a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement reached the award stage with the contract start date set for 15th June 2026 and an end date of 30th July 2027. The delivery addresses for this procurement include multiple locations such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Oversea Territories.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment sector, particularly those specialising in precision instruments. It is an appealing venture for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as indicated by the procurement's suitability criteria. Companies that can deliver high-quality laboratory equipment on a selective framework basis can benefit from expanding their market reach and establishing lasting relationships with government agencies like the APHA. By engaging in such governmental contracts, businesses can achieve substantial growth in recognition and financial stability.

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Notice Title

Cytospin Centrifuges & Accessories for APHA

Notice Description

Contract C34326: Cytospin Centrifuges & Accessories for APHA LUPC LAB5093 (Laboratory Equipment (General) and Associated Services) - Lot 1 (Centrifuges)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f191c805-dc96-436a-a6c4-25bbc45e1ac1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/328c2b7b-ce30-4d0a-ae9d-ae2e88c5992e
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
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
£16,748 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,748 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 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
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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

CAMLAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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