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C30644: Purchase of one Freestanding Automated Tissue-Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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17 Oct 2025 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process for the purchase of a Freestanding Automated Tissue-Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum has been completed by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), a central government authority situated in London, United Kingdom. This procurement, identified as C30644, falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement method used was direct, executed below the threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to Sakura Finetek UK Limited, with the contract signing occurring on 16th October 2025 and covering a period from 27th October 2025 to 26th October 2027. The overall gross value of the contract amounts to GBP 65,157.89.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in producing and supplying scientific and laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in automated systems for research and operations departments. Companies similar to Sakura Finetek UK Limited, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering specialised equipment, may find lucrative prospects in government contracts of this nature. Engaging with government procurement processes can provide sustained business growth through securing stable contracts and expanding market reach within the public sector.

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Notice Title

C30644: Purchase of one Freestanding Automated Tissue-Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum

Notice Description

C30644: Purchase of one Freestanding Automated Tissue-Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum for Science Operations & Research Dept, APHA.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ce92
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066187-2025
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
SME

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
£54,298 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 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
Not specified
Contact Email
dgcenquiries@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

SAKURA FINETEK

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