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title: "33642 - Laboratory Consumables (PHE Microbiology Framework)"
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# 33642 - Laboratory Consumables (PHE Microbiology Framework)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02466ca5-5de3-4426-be14-2902d8ea5adf

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has recently awarded a contract titled "33642 - Laboratory Consumables (PHE Microbiology Framework)" for laboratory reagents critical for handling wastewater samples. This procurement process classified under goods falls within the industry of environmental testing and has an overall financial value of £1,600,000. The contract commenced on 31 August 2021 and will run until 9 August 2023. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 31 July 2021.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses particularly in the sectors of laboratory supplies and environmental services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, as they may find a competitive edge in this domain. Given the significance of supplying laboratory consumables, businesses offering innovative and reliable products should consider competing for future tenders with Defra or similar entities to foster growth and establish long-term partnerships in the public procurement space.

## Notice

The laboratory consumables required are to facilitate the safe handling, efficient and optimum test results (accuracy) processing of wastewater samples in EA laboratories. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e017eebd-5ea6-4ea6-93bb-59cbdbf6a300 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Aug 2021 - 9 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,600,000 |
| 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 NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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 | THERMOFISHER SCIENTIFIC (LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2021 at 10:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e017eebd-5ea6-4ea6-93bb-59cbdbf6a300

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e017eebd-5ea6-4ea6-93bb-59cbdbf6a300
  1st September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/94211013-c531-46be-9eb0-48138191c7a7
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## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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