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title: "Service contact for Microflex (MALDI-ToF ) Mass Spectrometer"
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# Service contact for Microflex (MALDI-ToF ) Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bfe3483-eabf-4081-9141-ac6ee46b90fb

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## Summary

The recent procurement process led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal pertains to the service contract for a Microflex (MALDI-ToF) Mass Spectrometer, classified under the repair and maintenance services of precision equipment. This tender, which was awarded on 20th April 2020, has a contract duration extending until 19th April 2023, with a total contract value of £24,727. The procurement method used was a direct procurement through a single tender action, falling below the threshold, and the location for delivery is South East England, specifically postcode KT15 3NB.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the maintenance and servicing of advanced scientific equipment, particularly those classified as Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The ongoing need for annual service and support for the Mass Spectrometer could lead to further contracts and collaborations for companies with expertise in precision equipment serviceability. Engaging with this contract can not only enhance a business's portfolio but also establish long-term partnerships within the healthcare and scientific research sectors.

## Notice

The Equipment covered by this Contract, Microflex (MALDI-ToF) Mass Spectrometer, issued within APHA's Bacteriology Department to identify bacteria to determine the causative organism in animal disease, and to identify present and emerging threats to human health. As the Equipment is used for UKAS accredited tests this instrument needs to be serviced annually, and kept operational with minimum downtime. The Contractor shall provide to the Customer an Advancecare service for the Microflex (MALDI-ToF) Mass Spectrometer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a32d0f87-c056-4d9f-8c87-92ed832b822f |
| 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 | 23 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2020 - 19 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,727 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,727 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50430000 - Repair and maintenance services of precision equipment

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2021 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a32d0f87-c056-4d9f-8c87-92ed832b822f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a32d0f87-c056-4d9f-8c87-92ed832b822f
  23rd July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c065c2bc-39cf-4790-9c87-09377f14fd32
  n/a

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