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title: "Maintenance and support of Centrifuges_ITT_4620"
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# Maintenance and support of Centrifuges_ITT_4620

Buyer: MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61787f57-4a0b-4288-9614-6e2c7d9c920a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the maintenance and support of laboratory centrifuges, titled "Maintenance and support of Centrifuges_ITT_4620," has been completed by the MHRA Buyer Organisation. The project falls under the category of services within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry. The awarding contract, valued at £65,000, was made on 22 March 2021, with the contract period extending from 22 March 2021 to 22 March 2025. The service is to be delivered at the National Institute for Biological Standards and Control located in South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire. This was conducted through an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses that specialise in laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration services. Companies capable of servicing and maintaining precision laboratory instruments would be particularly well-suited to compete in this market, given the focus on servicing approximately 250 centrifuges that may require biannual visits. The significant contract duration and value may also encourage SMEs to expand their service offerings or capabilities, fostering growth in this niche industry.

## Notice

ITT_4620 The Agency is looking for a service provider for the maintenance, service and/or calibration of laboratory centrifuges. NIBSC currently has approximately 250 centrifuges as of September 2020 that require routine servicing; a full list is provided (in the Technical envelope). Please note that some centrifuges may require two service visits per year. The requirement is for the agency's site(s) and delivery at: National Institute for Biological Standards and Control Blanche Lane, South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 3QG, A Centre of the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/597897e5-4211-4538-b409-82889032e709 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2021 - 22 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £65,000 |
| 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 | MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Enfield |
| Postcode | EN6 3QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Hertsmere |
| Electoral ward | Shenley |
| Westminster constituency | Hertsmere |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HENDERSON BIOMEDICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2021 at 12:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/597897e5-4211-4538-b409-82889032e709

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/597897e5-4211-4538-b409-82889032e709
  25th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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