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title: "CEFAS: Provision of software updates for analytical equipment"
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# CEFAS: Provision of software updates for analytical equipment

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-716224c1-a477-4a0d-b4c8-d11c37229566

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, pertains to the project titled "CEFAS: Provision of software updates for analytical equipment." This project falls under the industry category of software services, specifically concerning the provision of upgrades for Agilent laboratory analytical equipment. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, with key dates that include a tender period ending on 4th February 2022 and a contract period that commenced on 8th February 2022, concluding on 31st March 2022. The total value of the awarded contract is £21,377.19, and the procurement method used was a direct single tender action, given that it is below the threshold.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in software services and upgrades, particularly for those that cater to laboratory and analytical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this procurement route accessible, given the direct tender method, suggesting a streamlined bidding process. Companies that provide computer upgrade services or software solutions for scientific applications will be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract, enhancing their market presence and capabilities within the industry.

## Notice

Cefas require provision of upgrades to Windows 10 for Agilent laboratory analytical equipment and controller PCs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/346b2b04-e95a-4ca9-aa6b-6f9e3c5bbbae |
| 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 | 9 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 8 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,377 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,377 |
| 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 | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 72540000 - Computer upgrade services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2022 at 12:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/346b2b04-e95a-4ca9-aa6b-6f9e3c5bbbae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/346b2b04-e95a-4ca9-aa6b-6f9e3c5bbbae
  9th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5276c964-6981-4b1a-9345-8ebb15e4a77a
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