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title: "CEFAS22: Provision of maintenance and servicing of molecular genetics analytical laboratory equipment"
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# CEFAS22: Provision of maintenance and servicing of molecular genetics analytical laboratory equipment

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2713a767-f488-4c99-9376-3d64216b8110

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal as the buying organisation seeking the provision of maintenance and servicing for molecular genetics analytical laboratory equipment, specifically for five instruments located in Lowestoft, England. This tender was classified under the “Laboratory, optical and precision equipment” category and was completed with a contract value of £26,380. The procurement method employed was a single tender action below threshold, with the contract period starting on 4th May 2022 and ending on 4th May 2023, following a tender period that concluded on 2nd May 2022.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services and equipment maintenance, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies that offer expertise in servicing molecular genetics equipment or similar analytical instruments would be well-positioned to compete for future tenders in this sector. The access to a specific market in the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the UK itself further highlights the potential for regional growth and collaboration in laboratory service provisions.

## Notice

To provide maintenance and servicing for 5 analytical instruments in Cefas' molecular genetics laboratory. 2 X StepOnePlus Real-Time PCR System 1 X 3500xL Genetic Analyzer yearly 2 X QUANTSTUDIO 3, 0.2ML BLOCK

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29c0993f-2ed6-46ce-807a-7b5130e656ac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 2 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 3 May 2022 - 4 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,380 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,380 |
| 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 | 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 | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 13 May 2022 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29c0993f-2ed6-46ce-807a-7b5130e656ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29c0993f-2ed6-46ce-807a-7b5130e656ac
  13th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/595865c0-258d-4150-975e-4658a0c94dca
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