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APHA CapEx: Supply of WellJet Automated Dispenser Machine

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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25 Sep 2025 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency, located in London, is overseeing the procurement process for the supply, delivery, and installation of a WellJet Automated Dispenser Machine. Under the classification of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, this contract involves the procurement of goods and has reached the award stage as of September 25th, 2025. The direct procurement method was employed, bypassing competition due to being below the threshold, and the contract is slated to run from September 22nd, 2025, to January 19th, 2027. The awarded contract entails a gross value of £31,915.27 and was signed on September 18, 2025, with the supplier Integra Biosciences Limited located in Thatcham. The equipment delivery and quality assurance will be managed and guaranteed within the agreed specifications and warranty provisions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses operating within the laboratory equipment sector, particularly those specialising in precision machines. Although the procurement was awarded directly to Integra Biosciences Limited, understanding the purchasing trends of the Animal and Plant Health Agency can provide insights into future opportunities for similar equipment and services. Businesses in the optics or precision machinery industry, capable of providing robust and reliable equipment with strong after-sales support, may find growth potential by positioning themselves as competitive suppliers for future tenders with similar requirements.

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Notice Title

APHA CapEx: Supply of WellJet Automated Dispenser Machine

Notice Description

APHA requires the supply, delivery and installation of one (1) Well Jet Dispenser with Stackers ('the Equipment')

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a1e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059626-2025
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

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,956 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 19 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
Contract Manager
Contact Email
contractmanagement@apha.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02080266746

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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