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title: "C34786: Various -200C and -800C Freezers for APHA Laboratories"
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# C34786: Various -200C and -800C Freezers for APHA Laboratories

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-00c214e7-778b-4fed-8179-7cab1c4217a0

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Defra, titled "C34786: Various -20°C and -80°C Freezers for APHA Laboratories", falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The process, which employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, is in the award stage as of 14th July 2026. The contract, valued at £191,961 GBP, will span from 20th July 2026 to 31st October 2031, and the delivery is to various locations, including the UK, Channel Islands, and British Overseas Territories, amongst others.

This awarded tender offers business growth potential, especially for SMEs and VCSEs specialised in advanced laboratory equipment. Companies capable of supplying precision cooling equipment for laboratory settings would find valuable opportunities in such contracts. Participation in this procurement strengthens a supplier's portfolio in dealing with high-profile government contracts, enriching their credibility and network in this sector.

## Notice

Contract for Various -200C and -800C Freezers for APHA Laboratories

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7d3a7a-2021-4176-96e6-fac292f9d8e1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £191,961 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £191,961 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WOLF LABORATORIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 08:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7d3a7a-2021-4176-96e6-fac292f9d8e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7d3a7a-2021-4176-96e6-fac292f9d8e1
  15th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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