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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for a Grinder and Polisher for the otolith processing laboratory"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for a Grinder and Polisher for the otolith processing laboratory

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34d8e5aa-38aa-40fa-9bf3-16fa936d653d

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cefas, a UK-based contracting authority located in Lowestoft, which has awarded a contract for the supply of a Grinder and Polisher specifically designed for the otolith processing laboratory. This contract, valued at £4,795, falls within the laboratory services industry category and was awarded as part of an open procedure, with the contract period commencing on 1st June 2019 and concluding on 30th June 2019. The award decision was made on 31st May 2019, and the notice was published on 14th September 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment installation and research laboratory services. Businesses that can provide high-quality grinders and polishers suitable for intricate otolith processing will find this contract attractive. Companies with a focus on innovative laboratory solutions are well position to compete in this market, enhancing their growth prospects through participation in similar tenders.

## Notice

Otolith grinder and polisher for the otolith processing laboratory to manually process very small, tropical otoliths. The grinder and polisher should be able to prepare a final polished otolith that is free of deformation and suitable for analysis (reading). DOWNLOAD THE FULL TENDER PACKAGE AT: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/GEY5648V7Q Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63861ee6-cf60-4a61-a05e-b6e943bc7515 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 30 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 May 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,795 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,795 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| 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 | BUEHLER/ ITW TEST & MEASUREMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 14 Sep 2020 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63861ee6-cf60-4a61-a05e-b6e943bc7515

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63861ee6-cf60-4a61-a05e-b6e943bc7515
  14th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=525668992
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/GEY5648V7Q

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