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title: "Supply of one (1) Automated Media Preparator"
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# Supply of one (1) Automated Media Preparator

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5da06e3e-de6d-48e1-880e-6063bcfd7645

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is conducting a procurement process for the supply, delivery, and installation of one Automated Media Preparator, classified under scientific installations and laboratory services. This tender is currently in the award stage, with an active award for £19,807 announced on 22nd March 2018. The contract period began on 21st March 2018 and will continue until 31st March 2019. Interested parties had until 8th March 2018 to submit their offers via the open procedure procurement method. This procurement opportunity is available across various delivery addresses including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Overseas Territories.

This tender reflects a significant opportunity for SMEs and businesses specialising in scientific equipment and laboratory services, encouraging them to expand their market presence and engage with public sector contracts. Suppliers that focus on innovative scientific installations or have expertise in automated systems may find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can establish valuable relationships within the public sector and enhance their competitive edge in the marketplace.

## Notice

APHA requires the supply, delivery and installation of one (1) Automated Media Preparator for use within the microbiological media production Department. 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/da0ffa02-e954-4d13-b58e-c0ddedc1b03e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 21 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,807 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,807 |
| 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 | DON WHITLEY SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45214630 - Scientific installations
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2018 at 12:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da0ffa02-e954-4d13-b58e-c0ddedc1b03e
- 8 Jan 2018 at 10:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1894e01a-cc17-4049-8f0c-a5eae16cc261

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da0ffa02-e954-4d13-b58e-c0ddedc1b03e
  27th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1894e01a-cc17-4049-8f0c-a5eae16cc261
  8th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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