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title: "24548 - APHA Pipette Service, Repair and Calibration"
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# 24548 - APHA Pipette Service, Repair and Calibration

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-439b2bd0-e4ae-486a-b477-e2e51d89cd9c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "24548 - APHA Pipette Service, Repair and Calibration" was conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. This project falls within the services category, specifically related to laboratory pipettes and accessories, with a total contract value of £139,256. The open procedure was used for procurement, and the tender period ended on 8th March 2018. The award notice was published on 11th May 2018, indicating that the contract is due to commence on 15th May 2018 and will last until 14th May 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses focused on laboratory equipment services, particularly those that specialise in maintenance and calibration. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement process has been designed with their capabilities in mind. Engaging in this tender can help businesses expand their service offerings and establish long-term relationships within the public sector.

## Notice

Continuing service, maintenance and calibration of all APHA pipettes to ensure equipment meets the required quality standards. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/442bf5ac-4788-40ea-a8e6-e2ddca7ac8c0 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2018 - 14 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £139,256 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £139,256 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STARLAB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories
- 38437100 - Pipettes

## Release History

- 11 May 2018 at 07:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/442bf5ac-4788-40ea-a8e6-e2ddca7ac8c0
- 30 Jan 2018 at 14:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62cf62dc-0a9e-495b-9e69-e7a4adfdf0f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/442bf5ac-4788-40ea-a8e6-e2ddca7ac8c0
  11th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62cf62dc-0a9e-495b-9e69-e7a4adfdf0f5
  30th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/36590c0f-c4ab-4713-8fb1-a2c6ce4384e1
  n/a

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