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title: "CEFAS25-23 Lab Information Management System"
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# CEFAS25-23 Lab Information Management System

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c99a66d-546a-4303-861f-ac948f308c5a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "CEFAS25-23 Lab Information Management System" has been completed under the award stage, with the contract published on 20th March 2026. CEFAS, located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, is the buying organisation. This tender falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems. The contract value is £62,846.40 GBP, with a designated contract period from 1st April 2025 to 31st July 2026. The procurement method utilised was a direct or single tender action, owing to the below-threshold requirements. The tender involved delivery across various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory process management software and related services. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to engage with such tenders given their suitability. With the tender aimed at implementing LabWare Laboratory Process Management configurations, businesses equipped with expertise in software solutions and systems servicing within diverse geographical regions can find avenues for growth and enhanced visibility. Competent suppliers in the software package sector have been identified within this contract, showcasing prospects for partnership and market expansion. Suppliers like Labware Limited have been instrumental in fulfilling the requirements of this contract, highlighting the scope for small and medium enterprises to compete effectively within this domain.

## Notice

Assistance up to and including 15 days, with the implementation of the LabWare Laboratory Process Management configuration for NGS processing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb5ca90-c370-4aa3-9f36-d202e642d8cd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £62,846 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £82,286 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LABWARE LIMITED (CEFAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb5ca90-c370-4aa3-9f36-d202e642d8cd
- 20 Mar 2026 at 12:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12478f7f-0e67-4efc-a4fc-80cdfa05331b
- 15 May 2025 at 10:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd9a2c72-c01f-4286-a6c7-0a8587b12ada

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbb5ca90-c370-4aa3-9f36-d202e642d8cd
  20th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12478f7f-0e67-4efc-a4fc-80cdfa05331b
  20th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd9a2c72-c01f-4286-a6c7-0a8587b12ada
  15th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6a8db1c4-1a02-42a9-a503-772045906865
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f8553469-3ab4-4c4b-bcab-e99f4aaa3dda
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5ddf6259-ac69-4eec-a2d5-555c58e505d2
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v3

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