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CEFAS26-64 Provision of Maintenance and Assurance Services

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract "CEFAS26-64 Provision of Maintenance and Assurance Services" has been awarded by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category, focusing on the repair and maintenance of laboratory instruments used for molecular and genetic analysis. The contract was formalised on 3 April 2026 and will be valid until 1 April 2027. It employs a direct procurement method, deemed as below threshold and without competition, thus simplifying the process. The award was made to Life Technologies Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Paisley. This proactive approach ensures critical equipment reliability and technical support, underpinning vital laboratory operations. Key legal compliance is maintained through UK legislation 2023/54. The contract is active as of the latest update on 27 April 2026.

Businesses engaged in laboratory technology services or specialising in maintenance and assurance support stand to benefit significantly from such contracts. These opportunities cater particularly to firms able to deliver specialised services like preventative maintenance and assurance cover for high-tech scientific equipment. Firms that can demonstrate expertise in equipment uptime, technical reliability, and compliance with service plans by leading manufacturers are well-positioned to take advantage of similar procurement processes. Participating in direct method contracts could help businesses expand their footprint in public sector procurement, ensuring steady service demand while bolstering opportunities for business growth through strategic partnerships with sub-central government bodies like CEFAS.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS26-64 Provision of Maintenance and Assurance Services

Notice Description

This contract covers the provision of maintenance and assurance services for Life Technologies laboratory instruments used for molecular and genetic analysis. The contract includes annual service cover (for the period 2 April 2026 to 1 April 2027) for the following equipment: 2 x StepOnePlus Real-Time PCR Systems 4 x QuantStudio 3 Real-Time PCR Systems (0.2 ml block) 1 x QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR System (0.2 ml block) 1 x 3500xL Genetic Analyzer The services provided include preventative maintenance, assurance cover, and support in line with Life Technologies' applicable service plans (including AB Maintenance and AB Assurance), helping to ensure continued reliability, performance, and compliance of critical laboratory equipment. These instruments support essential laboratory testing and analysis activities, and the contract ensures equipment uptime, technical support, and specialist servicing by the manufacturer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068b92
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038018-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,529 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 6-12 months
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

LIFE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

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