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title: "Microplate Reader"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2a006214-1b5b-4bb5-b0f4-7c708220b4eb"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
published: "2021-12-02"
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# Microplate Reader

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a006214-1b5b-4bb5-b0f4-7c708220b4eb

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is seeking a supplier for a "Microplate Reader" valued at £23,947.20. This purchase falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically within the goods sector. The procurement method is a direct award, conducted as a single tender action below the threshold. The tender period ended on 2nd November 2021, with the contract effective from 2nd December 2021 to 31st December 2021. Delivery addresses include the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers opportunities for growth particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the laboratory equipment sector. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing or supplying laboratory instruments can compete for this contract, which is especially suited for those who can deliver high-quality products promptly. Engaging in this contract can foster important relationships with a prominent public sector buyer, enhancing business visibility and potential for future contracts.

## Notice

RT-QuIC Microplate Reader

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8034e994-41b2-4fe0-81c0-99eb8ea4c204 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £23,947 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £23,947 |
| 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 | BMG LABTECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2021 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8034e994-41b2-4fe0-81c0-99eb8ea4c204

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8034e994-41b2-4fe0-81c0-99eb8ea4c204
  2nd December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/29baf976-eded-44ff-820b-a6878b11909c
  n/a

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