---
title: "RFQ 31285 - Provision of Cooling Incubators"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
published: "2021-01-13"
---

# RFQ 31285 - Provision of Cooling Incubators

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770.json)

## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal soliciting bids for the provision of cooling incubators, classified under the goods category (CPV: 33152000). The tender, titled "RFQ 31285 - Provision of Cooling Incubators," is currently in the active tender stage and is open for submissions until 29 January 2021. An initial order of three medium and six large units is required by 31 March 2021, with potential follow-up orders permitted until 31 March 2023, and an option to extend the contract until March 2024. The tender process follows an open procurement method that is below threshold limits, allowing broader participation.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of medical and laboratory equipment, particularly those offering incubators with cooling functions. SMEs and voluntary and community sector enterprises would be well-suited to compete, given the increased emphasis on innovation and efficiency in procurement practices. Companies capable of meeting the specifications and deliverables outlined in the tender are encouraged to engage with the online portal to maximise their chances of growth through this contract.

## Notice

APHA Require a contract to supply incubators with a cooling function. APHA requires the supply, Delivery and positioning of the equipment for use within the regional field offices. This is intended to act as a call-off contract. An initial order of 3 medium and 6 large units are required. The Authority must take delivery of this initial requirement no later than 31/03/2021. Following this, the Authority may wish to place orders for units of identical specification up until 31/03/2023. After this, APHA may choose to extend the contract period up to 31/03/2024. Additional information: Bidders pack can be accessed via the Bravo online portal at: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html To submit a bid, please register with Bravo and access the documents and response envelopes under project: 31285 - Provision of Cooling Incubators

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73bfb16a-07d4-4de0-8551-c92bf66a398b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS11 9AT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Beeston & Holbeck |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33152000 - Incubators

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2021 at 11:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73bfb16a-07d4-4de0-8551-c92bf66a398b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73bfb16a-07d4-4de0-8551-c92bf66a398b
  13th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/82eed7fa-d204-41c9-99ea-e275c865ca65
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e325e999-b284-4087-9207-705fbe819098
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669d5a8d-e407-47c0-90cf-84a5606a3770.json.