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Award

24 Dec 2024 at 09:38

Tender

15 Jul 2024 at 16:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Business Services Organisation Procurement and Logistics Service is overseeing the procurement process titled "Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296]" under the industry category of Repair and Maintenance Services. This process, managed from Ballymena, UK, has reached the award stage as of 24th December 2024. The total estimated value ranges from GBP 18,860 to GBP 27,158,520 and the contract term is five years, extendable by an additional 36 months. Key contracts were awarded to various suppliers such as WISHART GROUP NI LTD, DAVIDSON HARDY LABORATORY SUPPLIES LTD, AQUILANT NORTHERN IRELAND LTD, and others across different lots including microscopes, safety cabinets, and incubators, to be completed by 2024-12-23.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the repair and maintenance services sector. Companies specialising in laboratory equipment, such as those dealing with analysers, centrifuges, and pipettes, are well-suited to participate. The focus on social value considerations alongside pricing factors indicates that businesses that can demonstrate community benefits will be competitive. The open procurement process encourages a wide range of suppliers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage and benefit from high-value contracts and long-term relationships with public health organisations in the UK.

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Notice Title

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296]

Notice Description

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296]

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Microscopes and Accessories

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 1 is the highest value in the following range: 207200 GBP to 820,575GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 1.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 2 - Safety Cabinets/Fume Cupboards/Laminar Flow Cabinets

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 2 is the highest value in the following range: 146,185 GBP to 587,610 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 2.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 3 - Incubators, Anaerobic Incubators/Cabinets and Workstations

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 3 is the highest value in the following range: 163,330 GBP to 676,170GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 3.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 4 - Centrifuges and Cell Washers PPM

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 4 is the highest value in the following range: 203,800 GBP to 918,730 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 4.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 5 - Centrifuges and Cell Washers FC

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 5 is the highest value in the following range: 226,240 GBP to 466,120 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 5.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 6 - Analysers Spectrometry, Chromatography, TB, DNA etc

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 6 is the highest value in the following range: 1,347,000 GBP to 9,500,860 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 6.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 7 - Balances/Scales

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 7 is the highest value in the following range: 50,050 GBP to 196,530 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 7.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 8 - Pipettes

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 8 is the highest value in the following range: 624,160 GBP to 1,949,225 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 8.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 9 - Nitrogen Generators

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No Award was made for Lot 9 - Nitrogen Generators

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 10 - Cryogenic Equipment

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 10 is the highest value in the following range: 71,630 GBP to 390,880GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 10.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 11 - Stand-Alone Benchtop Water Purification Systems

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 11 is the highest value in the following range: 51,830 GBP to 334,650GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 11.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 12 - Plasma Thawers/Defrosters

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 12 is the highest value in the following range: 185,580 GBP to 1,168,300GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 12.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 13 - Temperature Monitoring Systems

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 13 is the highest value in the following range: 697,600 GBP to 3,250,000 GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 13.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 14 - Thermal Cyclers/PCR Machines

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 14 - Thermal Cyclers/PCR Machines

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 15 - Automated Stainer

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 15 - Automated Stainer

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 16 - Humidity Chamber

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 16 - Humidity Chamber

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 17 - Diaphragm Vacuum Pump

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 17 - Diaphragm Vacuum Pump

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 18 - Benchtop Sealers and Sterile Tubing Welders

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 18 - Benchtop Sealers and Sterile Tubing Welders

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 19 - Automated Pipetting System

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 19 - Automated Pipetting System

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 20 - Hotplates and Heating Blocks

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 20 - Hotplates and Heating Blocks

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 21 - Plate Readers

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: The estimated value for Lot 21 is the highest value in the following range: 5,000 GBP to 92,000GBP which has been calculated on the basis of a 5 year Contract plus maximum 36 month extension and contingency for potential additional equipment or higher level of repairs during the contract period for all Clients for Lot 21.

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 22 - Automated Coverslipper

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 22 - Automated Coverslipper

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 23 - Automated Cell Separator

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 23 - Automated Cell Separator

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Lot 24 - Ancillary Equipment/Laboratory Instruments

Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment [5158296] Additional information: No award was made for Lot 24 - Ancillary Equipment/Laboratory Instruments

Renewal: Option of extending for any period(s) of up to and including 36 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047d83
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041491-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

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

38310000 - Precision balances

38434000 - Analysers

38434520 - Blood analysers

38434570 - Haematology analysers

38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories

38510000 - Microscopes

39141500 - Fume cupboards

42923110 - Balances

42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

42931110 - Floor-model centrifuges

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50433000 - Calibration services

71700000 - Monitoring and control services

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,158,520 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£27,158,520 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,984,485 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service
Additional Buyers

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

NI Blood Transfusion Service

Northern Health and Social Care Trust

South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

Southern Health and Social Care Trust

Western Health and Social Care Trust

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANTRIM
Postcode
BT42 4QJ
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Mid and East Antrim
Electoral Ward
Slemish
Westminster Constituency
East Antrim

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

ACCU-SCIENCE IRELAND LTD

AQUILANT NORTHERN IRELAND LTD

BIOMERIEUX UK LTD

CALIBRATION TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

DAVIDSON HARDY LABORATORY SUPPLIES LTD

MASON TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

MEDICAL SUPPLY CO. LTD

MERCK LIFE SCIENCE UK LIMITED

WATERS LIMITED

WISHART GROUP NI LTD

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