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title: "UKAS Accreditation"
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buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
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# UKAS Accreditation

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-05bd5e95-330e-49dd-9278-698f5282cb6d

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "UKAS Accreditation" is conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, located in London, England. This tender falls under the industry category of "Calibration services" with an estimated value of £14,364. The procurement method used is selective, which involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 7th February 2022, and the contract period is active from 7th March 2022 to 7th March 2023. This information suggests a structured and regulated process, critical for maintaining standards set by UKAS, the body responsible for accreditation in the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that align with the standards required for calibration services. Companies specialising in ISO 17025 related services or those capable of meeting stringent accreditation standards will find this an advantageous competition. Engaging in such projects not only aids in enhancing business capabilities but also plays an essential role in contributing to compliance and quality assurance in diverse sectors.

## Notice

This is essential for DFU accreditation purposes under ISO 17025. UKAS are the sole assessment body for the United Kingdom and continued assessment to the standard is mandatory to maintain the accreditation. 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. 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/17c9a36d-45e4-4b38-ba20-90b69617552f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 7 Mar 2022 - 7 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,364 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,364 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Postcode | SP1J 3JR |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UKAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50433000 - Calibration services

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2022 at 12:49 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17c9a36d-45e4-4b38-ba20-90b69617552f
- 1 Apr 2022 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17c9a36d-45e4-4b38-ba20-90b69617552f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17c9a36d-45e4-4b38-ba20-90b69617552f
  1st April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d6c24b79-bf11-456a-9ff3-8ca8255066cf
  n/a

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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