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title: "Contract award for supply of sterile boot swab kits"
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# Contract award for supply of sterile boot swab kits

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-234c4ddf-550f-48ff-922c-219e765c21d7

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is soliciting bids for the supply of sterile boot swab kits intended for use by APHA field staff as part of the Salmonella National Control Programme. This contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and has a total estimated value of £100,000. The tender period concluded on 14th April 2021, and the contract is set to commence on 10th May 2021, lasting until 9th May 2024. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, which is typical for contracts below threshold.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in the growing public procurement space. Companies involved in the supply of scientific and laboratory equipment, especially those specializing in health and environmental services, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The ongoing need for such supplies in national control programmes highlights the potential for sustained business relationships and growth in the public sector for successful bidders.

## Notice

Contract award for supply of sterile boot swab kits for use by APHA field staff as part of the Salmonella National Control Programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/800c0ad8-b7ee-430f-8368-fffdcec0ea43 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 31 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £98,295 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,295 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRAFALGAR SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2021 at 07:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/800c0ad8-b7ee-430f-8368-fffdcec0ea43
- 8 Apr 2021 at 12:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7951da54-45cc-4bfc-b69b-3395aa40071b
- 15 Mar 2021 at 09:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7951da54-45cc-4bfc-b69b-3395aa40071b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/800c0ad8-b7ee-430f-8368-fffdcec0ea43
  1st July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7951da54-45cc-4bfc-b69b-3395aa40071b
  8th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f7519465-7fcc-4ec0-a452-e9399b3dc48f
  n/a

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