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title: "UKHSA_Scientific_Provision of Cool Boxes"
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buyer: "UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
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# UKHSA_Scientific_Provision of Cool Boxes

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38fd60f2-5370-41de-a5aa-7d62794f2c07

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is actively procuring approximately 270 cool boxes and 1000 ice packs annually for three years, intended for its Food, Water and Environmental Microbiology Services Laboratories located in Porton, York, and London. This tender, titled "UKHSA_Scientific_Provision of Cool Boxes," has been published with a closing date for questions set for 3rd November 2021 and a tender period that concludes on 9th November 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 15th November 2021 and will run until 14th November 2024, with a total estimated value of £45,300. This procurement follows an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers in the laboratory equipment and logistics sectors, particularly those who specialise in manufacturing or supplying laboratory goods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate capability in delivering high-quality cool boxes and ice packs are well positioned to compete effectively for this contract. Engaging with UKHSA may also foster long-term relationships, contributing to sustained business growth through potential future contracts and collaborations.

## Notice

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is seeking to procure approximately 270 cool boxes and 1000 ice packs per year for three (3) years for its Food, Water and Environmental Microbiology Services Labororatories (FWEMS) in Porton, York and London. The Invitation to Tender has been published on the If you feel that you can meet the above requirements or would like more information, then please contact Aysel Sarzosa Aysel.Sarzosa@phe.gov.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b971444b-1b4d-48ae-bf97-edf5661d3f15 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2021 - 21 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2021 at 12:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b971444b-1b4d-48ae-bf97-edf5661d3f15
- 27 Oct 2021 at 16:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4f6ad28-b101-4dc3-87bd-bdaf713bf691

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b971444b-1b4d-48ae-bf97-edf5661d3f15
  10th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4f6ad28-b101-4dc3-87bd-bdaf713bf691
  27th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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