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Laboratory Chemicals and Consumables Framework 2026 -2030

Natural Resources Wales

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

29 Jun 2026 at 16:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

15 May 2026 at 15:06

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural Resources Wales is currently active in the procurement process for the "Laboratory Chemicals and Consumables Framework 2026-2030." This framework aims to establish a multi-supplier agreement to supply laboratory chemicals and consumables to support their Analytical Services. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for chemical products and laboratory reagents, and employs an open procedure. It is located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, with the award period ending on 28 August 2026 and the submission deadline on 3 August 2026. The framework agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and has a maximum extension until 31 August 2030, featuring break points every 12-month interval.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for both SMEs and larger companies specializing in chemical supply and laboratory consumables. Suppliers have the chance to secure a role in a long-term framework valued at £2,844,000, allowing them to provide essential materials for various laboratory operations. Businesses capable of supplying both generic and bespoke laboratory products, as well as those offering added value services such as equipment maintenance and support, would be well-suited for this procurement. With a focus on both price and quality, this procurement process seeks businesses that can efficiently address the needs of a governmental body under Welsh devolved regulations. This can significantly expand the market reach for suppliers, especially those looking to strengthen their presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laboratory Chemicals and Consumables Framework 2026 -2030

Notice Description

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) require a framework that will allow the laboratory to purchase laboratory chemicals and consumables so that routine operations can run smoothly and without interruption.This requirement is for the establishment of a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply of laboratory chemicals and consumables to support Natural Resources Wales (NRW) Analytical Services. The framework will provide both generic and bespoke chemicals and consumables required for laboratory sampling, sample preparation, and sample analysis activities.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Laboratory Chemicals

This contains the following sub lot: Lot 1A - Generic Chemicals

Renewal: The duration of the framework will be four years. Break points are available at 12-month intervals throughout the term. The decision on whether to use the break points option(s) available will be at NRW's discretion and the decision will be based on factors including but not limited to: * Performance; * Budget availability; * Other reasons deemed necessary by NRW.

Lot 2 - Laboratory Consumables

Lot 2 is broken down into two parts, part A which is Generic and part B which is Equipment or Method Specific. Lot 2 A - Generic Consumables Lot 2 .B.1 - Agilent Consumables Lot 2 B.2 - Restek Consumables Lot 2 B.3- Buchi Consumables Lot 2 B.4 - Pall Consumables Lot 2 B.5 - Shimadzu Consumables Lot 2 B.6 - Bruker Consumables Lot 2 B.7 - Biotage Consumables Lot 2 B.8 - Hach Consumables Lot 2 B.9 - Thermo Fisher Consumables Lot 2 B.10 - PerkinElmer Consumables Lot 2 B.11 - Skalar Consumables Lot 2 B.12 - Seal Analytical Consumables Lot 2 B.13 - Metrohm Consumables Lot 2 B.14 - Cytiva Consumables Lot 2 B.15 - DW Scientific Consumables In addition to Lots 1 and 2 NRW may include added value services to the requirement. The following services may be requested under this framework: * Inclusion of newly required chemical or consumables not identified at the time of award for Lot 1 and/or Lot 2 * Purchase of parts, spares and add-ons relating to NRW owned instrumentation or equipment either owned or purchased during the life of this agreement and specific to the sub lots in Lot 2 only. * One-off repair of NRW instrumentation or equipment, either owned or purchased during the life of this agreement and specific to sub lots of Lot 2 only (This will be where there is no formal support and maintenance agreement in place). * Support and Maintenance services of NRW instrumentation or equipment, either owned or purchased during the life of this agreement and specific to sub lots of Lot 2 only. * Upgrades or enhancements to NRW instrumentation or equipment specific to the sub lots in Lot 2 only. The total value allocated to this lot is PS450,000.00 ex VAT. This is included within the total lot value for Lot 2

Renewal: The duration of the framework will be four years. Break points are available at 12-month intervals throughout the term. The decision on whether to use the break points option(s) available will be at NRW's discretion and the decision will be based on factors including but not limited to: * Performance; * Budget availability; * Other reasons deemed necessary by NRW.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069a32
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060890-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

24000000 - Chemical products

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

33793000 - Laboratory glassware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,370,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,370,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
5 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Natural Resources Wales
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

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