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Consumables + Servicing for Integra Pipetting Machines

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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06 Sep 2024 at 10:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process to secure a contract with Integra Biosciences Limited for the supply and maintenance of specialist laboratory consumables and equipment, including ASSIST PLUS pipetting robot, VIAFLO 96, WELLJET dispenser and stacker, and MINI 96 electronic pipette. This contract, valued at an estimated £934,538.29 over six years, will support the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) in Weybridge, Surrey. This process, classified under CPV code 38437000 (Laboratory pipettes and accessories), was conducted through a negotiated procedure without prior publication due to technical reasons, as Integra Biosciences Ltd is the only qualified supplier.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and consumables. Companies with expertise in high-precision pipetting systems and maintenance services can benefit from this contract by forming partnerships or acting as subcontractors. The procurement method highlights the importance of providing bespoke and proprietary technological solutions, which could encourage innovative businesses in the life sciences sector to develop unique capabilities to meet such specialised needs in future procurement exercises.

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Notice Title

Consumables + Servicing for Integra Pipetting Machines

Notice Description

This is a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice, indicating that Defra (on behalf of the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA)) intends to enter into a contract with Integra Biosciences Limited. <br/><br/>The contract will be for the supply of specialist laboratory consumables that work with the ASSIST PLUS pipetting robot, the VIAFLO 96, the WELLJET dispenser and dispenser stacker, and the MINI 96 electronic pipette), along with the service and maintenance of this laboratory equipment.<br/><br/>The value shown on this notice is only an estimate for a total six-year period, as the volume of samples can be unpredictable as work fluctuates. <br/><br/>Defra intends to award this contract following the expiry of a voluntary standstill period, 10 days from the date of publication of this notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice, indicating that Defra (on behalf of the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA)) intends to enter into a contract with Integra Biosciences Limited.

The contract will be for the supply of specialist laboratory consumables that work with the ASSIST PLUS pipetting robot, the VIAFLO 96, the WELLJET dispenser and dispenser stacker, and the MINI 96 electronic pipette), along with the service and maintenance of this laboratory equipment.

The value shown on this notice is only an estimate for a total six-year period, as the volume of samples can be unpredictable as work fluctuates.

Defra intends to award this contract following the expiry of a voluntary standstill period, 10 days from the date of publication of this notice.

Procurement Information

Based on the information detailed below, the conclusion is that Integra Biosciences Ltd (the Supplier) is the only provider able to supply the required goods and services to APHA.<br/><br/>- The majority of the required specialist consumables contain registered trademarks (including the GRIPTIPS(r) pipette tips) and they work interchangeably across many of the Supplier's liquid handling solutions, including the Assist Plus, Viaflo and Mini 96 pipette systems. <br/>- Unique features have been identified for the Supplier's equipment, confirming the requirement for bespoke consumables.<br/>- The Supplier does not use third-parties for sales or servicing (they have a direct (internal) sales and technical service group). They have confirmed they do not endorse or supply OEM parts to external entities.<br/>- Research has indicated no other provider that could supply the range of specialist Integra products required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0498b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028572-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£934,538 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Melanie Swain
Contact Email
melanie.swain@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

INTEGRA BIOSCIENCES

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