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CEFAS25-58 In-vitro toxicity assay system for water and marine sediment testing

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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01 Jul 2025 at 11:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a sub-central government public authority based in Lowestoft, UK, is seeking suppliers for an "In-vitro toxicity assay system for water and marine sediment testing". The procurement, categorised under detection and analysis apparatus, is at the tender stage with an open competition method. The closing date for tender submissions is 21st July 2025, with the inquiry period ending on 18th July 2025. The procurement process is conducted electronically, with a total estimated contract value of £17,500 GBP, starting on 18th August 2025, and concluding on 31st March 2026.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring equipment and bioluminescence technology, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The procurement focuses on quality, comprising technical aspects (60%), social value (10%), and cost (30%), providing a competitive edge to companies delivering technical innovations and value-led solutions in the marine monitoring sector. As the tender allows electronic submissions, it facilitates broader participation across different regions and firms, enhancing competitive opportunities in the sector.

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Notice Title

CEFAS25-58 In-vitro toxicity assay system for water and marine sediment testing

Notice Description

Cefas require one portable in-vitro toxicity assay system suitable for use in marine and environmental monitoring applications. The equipment will be used to assess the toxicity of marine seawater and sediment samples through bioluminescence inhibition assays.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05569a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036365-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,583 Under £100K
Lots Value
£14,583 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procure@cefas.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

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