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CEFAS25-138 Supply of a High-Precision Microbalance

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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09 Feb 2026 at 12:01

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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18 Dec 2025 at 08:13

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

17 Dec 2025 at 11:34

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, a sub-central government authority based in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, has completed the tender process for the supply of a high-precision microbalance for its Weymouth Laboratory. Classified under the goods category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, this procurement aimed to replace an outdated microbalance crucial for chemical weighing in experimental work. The process was conducted through an open, below-threshold competition, with key dates throughout early 2026. The contract was awarded to Radwag UK Ltd, an SME located in Cheshire, with the agreement starting on 6 February 2026 and concluding on 12 March 2027. The total contract value is £20,306.40, with a signed award date of 4 February 2026.

This procurement represents a viable opportunity for businesses focused on manufacturing or supplying precision laboratory equipment to engage with public sector contracts. Companies, particularly SMEs that specialise in high-precision instruments and can provide robust technical support and sustainability practices, would be well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities. The requirement for accuracy, sustainable packaging, responsible installation, and ongoing maintenance support aligns well with companies aiming to expand their public sector portfolio by providing cutting-edge scientific equipment and services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS25-138 Supply of a High-Precision Microbalance

Notice Description

Cefas require the supply of a high-precision microbalance for its Weymouth Laboratory. Accurate weighing of various chemicals is essential to support our experimental work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f79e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011326-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£29,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£29,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,922 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 12 Mar 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
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
Contact Name
Laura Anderson
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RADWAG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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