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P-37251 - APHA - Reagents for Genie Lab Equipment

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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06 May 2025 at 10:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), a central government public authority, has completed the contracting process titled "P-37251 - APHA - Reagents for Genie Lab Equipment." This procurement involves the supply of laboratory reagents and associated goods for use in LAMP testing across four main sites in South East England. The tender process, outlined under legislation UKPGA 2023/54, employed a direct procurement method below the threshold, without competition. The contract was awarded to OptiGene Limited, with the procurement stage currently in the award phase. Important dates include the contract's active period from 1st May 2025 to 30th April 2027, with a possibility of extension until 31st March 2028. The total contract value is £78,007.20 (net), with a gross sum of £93,608.64.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the laboratory goods sector, particularly those specialising in the provision of reagents for scientific testing. As the winning supplier, OptiGene Limited, a large-scale company, successfully secured this contract by leveraging its expertise and capacity to meet the specific requirements of the APHA. Businesses with capabilities to deliver high-quality goods efficiently and maintain excellent customer service stand to benefit from such procurement opportunities. The metrics set forth, including prompt communication and timely delivery, highlight the emphasis on reliable and responsive service, presenting growth potential for suppliers able to uphold these standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

P-37251 - APHA - Reagents for Genie Lab Equipment

Notice Description

Supply of reagents and associated goods for use in Loop Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) testing on Genie lab equipment in GENIE rooms across four main sites in South East England

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050cf9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019039-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,007 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contractmanagement@apha.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

OPTIGENE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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