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title: "Cefas: Provision of services for on-site support and repairs for VS200 slide scanner"
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# Cefas: Provision of services for on-site support and repairs for VS200 slide scanner

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5489541e-ebb9-4cf3-8cbc-b242e79273d1

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is seeking services for on-site support and repairs for the VS200 slide scanner. This contract, valued at £24,705.60, falls under the engineering-related scientific and technical services industry category. The procurement method is a direct award via a single tender action below the threshold, with the tender period concluding on 23rd June 2021. The contract is set to commence on 30th June 2021 and will run until 29th June 2025. The service will be delivered in Lowestoft, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with a focus on SME participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the engineering and technical services sectors, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment maintenance and support. Businesses that offer related engineering services, have experience with scientific equipment, and can demonstrate a track record of reliable service delivery may find a strong fit for competing in this process. With an active contract period extending until 2025, there is potential for ongoing partnerships and growth within this niche market.

## Notice

Provision of services for on-site support and repairs for VS200 slide scanner

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7d8791d-0d89-41a9-9ab3-8706465a174f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2021 - 29 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,705 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,705 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OLYMPUS SCIENTIFIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2021 at 14:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7d8791d-0d89-41a9-9ab3-8706465a174f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7d8791d-0d89-41a9-9ab3-8706465a174f
  10th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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