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title: "Replacement Plate reader for LAL testing"
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# Replacement Plate reader for LAL testing

Buyer: MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2dcf8e36-82d9-475f-8786-e354f27c96e1

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by the MHRA Buyer Organisation, seeks to acquire a replacement Biotek ELx808 plate reader for kinetic chromogenic LAL testing, with a total contract value of £30,000. This tender, classified under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, is located in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, conducted below the threshold, with the contract period commencing from 12th August 2021 and concluding on 12th August 2026. Notably, the tender period for responses ended on 23rd June 2021, and the award notification date was on 12th August 2021.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the manufacturing or supply of scientific laboratory equipment. Businesses that specialise in optical and precision devices or have experience in providing similar equipment for laboratory testing will find this project relevant for growth. Competing in this tender allows suppliers to establish relationships with a prominent health agency, enhancing their visibility and reputation in the market.

## Notice

The Agency is looking to replace a plate reader, a Biotek ELx808, for Kinetic Chromogenic LAL testing, i.e. Bacterial Endotoxin Testing. LAL (limulus amebocyte lysate). Submit response via Atamis e-procurement portal (https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Redacted contract= https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NIjk/0Sw2tkdWLDD.1_5Byt16_C7rIpdbebbOEJiF6TpBqS8

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f14dcbb-77b3-4475-9da8-44f3361d8393 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2021 - 12 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Enfield |
| Postcode | EN6 3QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Hertsmere |
| Electoral ward | Shenley |
| Westminster constituency | Hertsmere |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LONZA SALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2021 at 13:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f14dcbb-77b3-4475-9da8-44f3361d8393
- 13 Aug 2021 at 11:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56faa49b-6832-4c14-8ecd-1517be91497a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f14dcbb-77b3-4475-9da8-44f3361d8393
  13th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56faa49b-6832-4c14-8ecd-1517be91497a
  13th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NIjk/0Sw2tkdWLDD.1_5Byt16_C7rIpdbebbOEJiF6TpBqS8
  MHRA_C33138_Redacted

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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