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P-37177 Service Contract for DNA Analyser/KingFisher Ex robots/Thermal Cyclers

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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07 Jan 2025 at 09:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has recently completed the procurement process for a service contract titled "P-37177 Service Contract for DNA Analyser/KingFisher Ex robots/Thermal Cyclers". This procurement, classified under industry category "Laboratory services", primarily covers maintenance services for specified laboratory equipment. The contract is to be executed at multiple locations, including Addlestone, Surrey, and other APHA locations across the UK. The procurement was conducted through a limited method without prior publication of a call for competition, with Life Technologies Ltd being awarded the contract. The contract amount is GBP 367,241.73, and it was signed on 1st November 2024.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment maintenance and support services. Such companies can leverage this contract to enhance their market reputation and potentially secure related service contracts. The procurement specifications, including planned maintenance, technical support, and rapid response services, highlight the necessity for businesses with expertise in OEM-certified parts and intellectual property management. Companies well-suited to compete in such tenders typically possess robust technical capabilities and experience in servicing advanced laboratory instruments.

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Notice Title

P-37177 Service Contract for DNA Analyser/KingFisher Ex robots/Thermal Cyclers

Notice Description

P-37177 Service Contract for DNA Analyser/KingFisher Ex robots/Thermal Cyclers

Lot Information

Lot 1

APHA requires the following level of service as listed against each Equipment / serial number
Service Description: "RC Site MDTV PM"
- Includes one (1) onsite Planned Maintenance per year during which Multiplex Dynamic Temperature Verification (MDTV) service will be performed.
- Digital remote support, and access to technical support (Monday - Friday,
standard business hours).
Service Description: "AB Assurance 1PM"
- One (1) Planned Maintenance service visit per annum.
- Includes all parts, labour and travel for unlimited breakdowns.
- One calibration kit for qPCR instruments.
- Fast Response time - Engineer on site usually within 48 working hours for
breakdowns (guaranteed on site in 72 working hours).
- Free access to Technical and Application Support Helplines.
- Guaranteed call back within three (3) working hours for breakdowns.
Service Description: "AB RC Support Plus Site MDTV PM"
- Includes unlimited breakdowns throughout the service plan period.
- Includes all parts, labour and shipment for bre

Procurement Information

Life Technologies are the original Equipment manufacturer (OEM) and hold exclusive rights to software updates and maintenance procedures for the Equipment. They provide OEM-certified parts and own the intellectual property rights to the software, thus preventing other providers from using it. <br/><br/>Life Technologies is the sole provider for service contracts and equipment updates.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cdb8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000263-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£367,241 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Kevin Abbott
Contact Email
kevin.abbott@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

LIFE TECHNOLOGIES

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