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title: "5 Absorbance Plate Readers and Software"
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# 5 Absorbance Plate Readers and Software

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5fd6b28f-29fd-4af9-b5e6-54043527cc01

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the purchase of five Absorbance Plate Readers and associated software by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is based in London, England. This tender falls within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category (CPV: 38000000). The procurement method was limited, with no prior publication of a contract notice. The tender period concluded on 21 November 2017, while the contract was awarded on 21 December 2017 and will remain active until 29 March 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and technology, particularly those that can supply high-quality optical and precision instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet Defra's requirements could benefit greatly from competing for this contract, especially those with experience in similar public procurement processes. Companies looking to expand into government contracts should consider registering on the Bravo portal to access forthcoming tenders from Defra.

## Notice

Purchase of 5 x Absorbance Plate Readers and Software. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses e-tendering, provided by Bravosolutions. In order to access the Bravo system you will need to be registered. Could I therefore request that you register on the Bravo portal for Defra. If you're already registered on the Bravo portal please check that your registration includes Defra, as you have to specify us in order to correctly receive the tender documents. If you have any problems with the registration process, please contact the Bravo helpline on 0800 368 4850 or alternatively email them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The link you require for new registration/amendments to registrations is - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8df12a9-a10b-441e-b7e7-86f140143c2e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2017 - 29 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,829 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,829 |
| 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 | TECAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 29 Dec 2017 at 10:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8df12a9-a10b-441e-b7e7-86f140143c2e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8df12a9-a10b-441e-b7e7-86f140143c2e
  29th December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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