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title: "Contract for Supply of bespoke plates containing pre-spotted capture antibodies for the 6 bovine cytokines/chemokines, together with diluents and Sulfo-Tag"
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# Contract for Supply of bespoke plates containing pre-spotted capture antibodies for the 6 bovine cytokines/chemokines, together with diluents and Sulfo-Tag

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1cd53a53-f1e8-45cc-9207-3f270ef39b5a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which has awarded a contract for the supply of bespoke plates containing pre-spotted capture antibodies for veterinary analysis, specifically targeting six bovine cytokines and chemokines. The procurement falls under the services category in the veterinary industry and was completed on 27 April 2017, with a contract period set from 31 March 2017 to 30 June 2017. This limited procurement was conducted without prior publication of a contract notice, with a total contract value of £18,624. The purchasing activity was initiated on 21 July 2017.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services, particularly those involved in veterinary diagnostics and cytokine research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate in similar tenders given their flexibility and innovation in the sector. Engaging in such contracts can lead to collaboration in the veterinary field and contribute to advancements in animal health and diagnostics.

## Notice

APHA are performing work to (i) functionally characterise specific cell populations (NKp46+CD3+ cells) as novel targets for vaccines and (ii) identify mycobacterial lipids recognised by these cells. APHA will measure a number of different analytes produced by these cells. Using a Meso Scale Discovery plate reader. APHA will simultaneously measure 6 different bovine cytokines/chemokines that are under investigation as additional blood test readouts. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses e-tendering, provided by Bravosolutions. In order to access the Bravo system you will need to be registered. Could I therefore request that you register on the Bravo portal for Defra. If you're already registered on the Bravo portal please check that your registration includes Defra, as you have to specify us in order to correctly receive the tender documents. If you have any problems with the registration process, please contact the Bravo helpline on 0800 368 4850 or alternatively email them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The link you require for new registration/amendments to registrations is - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05409942-b4fd-4769-a4dc-25bd2cfa13b9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,624 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,624 |
| 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 | MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33651600 - Vaccines
- 33651690 - Vaccines for veterinary medicine
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2017 at 13:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05409942-b4fd-4769-a4dc-25bd2cfa13b9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05409942-b4fd-4769-a4dc-25bd2cfa13b9
  21st July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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