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title: "2 x 96-well quantitative polymerase chain reaction machines"
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buyer: "MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY"
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# 2 x 96-well quantitative polymerase chain reaction machines

Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3005a682-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency has completed a procurement process for the purchase of two 96-well quantitative polymerase chain reaction machines (qPCR). This contracting opportunity falls under the category of testing and measuring apparatus, with a total contract value of £75,000. The procurement method used was classified as 'Other,' and the tender period ended on 6th October 2016, while the contract is set to last from 31st October 2016 to 28th October 2021. The delivery is to be made in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those that supply sophisticated scientific instruments. Companies with experience in the procurement and maintenance of medical equipment would be well-suited to compete, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given their eligibility for this contract. Engaging with this opportunity could lead to substantial long-term partnerships owing to the potential maintenance aspect included in the contract, lasting up to five years.

## Notice

Purchase of 2 x 96-well quantitative polymerase chain reaction machines (qPCR). Contract will possibly include maintenance for 5 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dbecb9f-1a8c-4de5-bafb-2819e85f5a95 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2017 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| 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 | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY |
| Locality | POTTERS BAR |
| 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 | FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2016 at 12:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dbecb9f-1a8c-4de5-bafb-2819e85f5a95
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35fe1d36-3bf4-4369-ad15-5f8973ff062d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dbecb9f-1a8c-4de5-bafb-2819e85f5a95
  1st December 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35fe1d36-3bf4-4369-ad15-5f8973ff062d
  15th September 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f1dc3f9c-1349-4035-a59d-84f9d0603ce9
  How to response to a tender on Bravo
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  Bravo e-tendering portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7ccac4ab-a40b-4b5b-bc54-8b0198448c17
  How to response to a tender on Bravo

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