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AFBI - Sustainable Livestock Systems - Supply and delivery of Multi-Gas Analysers

Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute

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20 Mar 2026 at 15:42

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04 Mar 2026 at 15:56

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Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 11:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) has completed the procurement process for supplying and delivering Multi-Gas Analysers to its Sustainable Livestock Systems (SLS) Branch. This initiative aims to enhance research in livestock science by utilising these analysers in respiration calorimeter chambers. The open procurement method facilitated transparent competition, allowing completion by 31st March 2026. The contract, awarded to GAS ANALYSIS SERVICES LIMITED, spans from 19th March 2026 to 31st March 2030 with a potential renewal option for one additional year. Based in Hillsborough, Northern Ireland, AFBI plays a critical role in informing government policy and advancing livestock farming practices, while CPD, located in Belfast, acted as the procuring entity to ensure smooth delivery of services and goods.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in metering instruments, detection and analysis apparatus, and installation services of laboratory equipment. Those involved in research-driven solutions and technical advancements in the agricultural sector stand to gain from engaging with AFBI's projects, which focus on improving competitiveness and reducing environmental impacts. The open tender procedure ensures transparency, providing large entities and VCSEs like GAS ANALYSIS SERVICES LIMITED a fair chance to contribute and expand their reach within the public sector. Businesses aiming to innovate in livestock measurement and calorimetry can leverage this collaboration with AFBI to further their technical expertise and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AFBI - Sustainable Livestock Systems - Supply and delivery of Multi-Gas Analysers

Notice Description

The Sustainable Livestock Systems (SLS) Branch of Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) require the provision of 3 Multi-Gas Analysers for use in their medium and large-size respiration calorimeter chambers which include supply, delivery, installation, commissioning and technical support. The Sustainable Livestock Systems (SLS) Branch of AFBI is a key player in advancing livestock science. Their research focuses on improving livestock farming through independent, internationally published solutions. The institute's research informs government policy and delivers solutions to businesses across the supply chain to enhance local and international competitiveness, lower environmental impacts, and improve animal health and welfare. Delivery of all equipment must be completed by 31st March 2026. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the deliverables/requirements of this contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f6c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025914-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

38300000 - Measuring instruments

38410000 - Metering instruments

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

38434000 - Analysers

38434500 - Biochemical analysers

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£155,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£155,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£109,675 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£109,675 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 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
Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute
Additional Buyers

Agri‑Food and Biosciences Institute

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HILLSBOROUGH
Postcode
BT26 6DR
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lisburn and Castlereagh
Electoral Ward
Hillsborough
Westminster Constituency
Lagan Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GAS ANALYSIS SERVICES LIMITED

Further Information

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