Tender

Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software

APUC LIMITED

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11 Oct 2023 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by APUC LIMITED is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software to be used primarily in the UK's Veterinary schools and Higher and Further Education sectors. This tender aims to reduce the resources required for purchasing these items. The procurement method is an Open procedure, with the submission deadline set for 10th November 2023 and the award period starting on 11th November 2023. The maximum number of participants in the Framework Agreement is 15.

This tender for Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software by APUC LIMITED presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in the veterinary field, pharmaceuticals, and equipment suppliers. Companies interested should ensure compliance with the required criteria, including provision for insurance and adherence to standard terms and conditions. The tender encompasses various lots catering to different aspects of veterinary care, with a significant potential for business growth and collaboration throughout the 48-month contract period.

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Notice Title

Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software

Notice Description

The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software to be utilised primarily in the various Veterinary schools of the UK and in the wider Higher and Further Education sectors. The Authority are seeking to, through this tendering process, minimise the resource required to complete purchases for Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software. A maximum of up to 15 Contractors will be appointed to each lot on this Framework Agreement.

Lot Information

Veterinary Pharmaceuticals - Manufacturers

This would include, but not be limited to the supply of pharmaceutical products licensed for use in animals supplied via Licensed Manufacturers. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Veterinary Pharmaceuticals - Wholesalers

This would include, but not be limited to the supply of pharmaceutical products licensed for use in animals supplied via Licensed Wholesalers. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Human Pharmaceuticals for Veterinary Use

This would include, but not be limited to the supply of human crossover pharmaceutical products for use in the treatment of animals. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Specials

This would include, but not be limited to the supply of laboratory consumables, surgery consumables and oncology consumables, veterinary, PPE, hygiene, and cleaning products. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Veterinary Consumables

The supply of Veterinary Consumables including, but not be limited to laboratory consumables, surgery consumables and oncology consumables, veterinary, PPE, hygiene, and cleaning products. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Equine Farming and Large Animal Equipment

The supply of Equine and Large Animal Equipment, including but not limited to, stabling equipment, feeding products (troughs and buckets), fencing, bedding. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

General Type Veterinary Equipment

The supply of General Type Veterinary Equipment including, but not limited to anaesthesia equipment, infusion equipment, dental equipment, plus other small animal pet equipment such as housing, beds, toys and other accessories. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Veterinary imaging Systems

The supply of Veterinary Imaging Equipment including, but not limited to X-Ray, CT Scanner, Ultrasound (general and cardiac), and fluoroscopy (please note that large capital equipment purchases such as MRI Scanners and Spectrometers will not be supplied via this framework and will be covered by the NWUPC HVLE framework LAB3162 NW). Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Veterinary Related Software

This would include, but not be limited to, Veterinary Practice Software and associated veterinary software products. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-040b17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030109-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

03140000 - Animal products and related products

03142000 - Animal products

03144000 - Agricultural supplies

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

33651690 - Vaccines for veterinary medicine

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
48 months

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC LIMITED
Contact Name
David Benstead
Contact Email
dbenstead@apuc-scot.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7809536954

Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

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