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title: "Contract for servicing of MSC's (Lot 1) and RFC's (Lot 2)"
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# Contract for servicing of MSC's (Lot 1) and RFC's (Lot 2)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-40bfdaa9-6ac8-48b0-8261-fdc0e6795ade

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is seeking suppliers for a contract entitled "Contract for servicing of MSC's (Lot 1) and RFC's (Lot 2)", which is focused on repair and maintenance services within the laboratory equipment industry. This contract, awarded on 7th January 2022, is valued at £120,000 and is intended for a four-year period, commencing from 1st February 2022 and concluding on 31st January 2026, with an option for a one-year extension. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure below threshold, with submissions confined to suppliers capable of providing the required services within the South West region of England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialised in servicing laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to participate, utilising their expertise in repair and maintenance to fulfil the requirements of the University of Bristol. This contract not only allows for service completion over an extended time frame but also encourages growth for businesses seeking to establish a reputable presence in the educational sector.

## Notice

4 year contract (with option to extend +1) for servicing of Microbiological Safety Cabinets and Recirculating Fume Cupboards

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fa07dfb-ef8c-40bb-93ee-ed88a8902c31 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2022 at 13:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fa07dfb-ef8c-40bb-93ee-ed88a8902c31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fa07dfb-ef8c-40bb-93ee-ed88a8902c31
  7th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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