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title: "26882 - Purchase of Automated Liquid Handing Systems"
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# 26882 - Purchase of Automated Liquid Handing Systems

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-753c5ccc-0f4f-419a-b33a-cb1881654f45

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal concerns the purchase of Automated Liquid Handling Systems, with a total value of £45,8051.25. This project is classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, targeting delivery addresses across the UK and overseas territories. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period having concluded on 7th October 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 14th February 2020 and extend until 31st March 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment and automation technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they can leverage their innovative solutions and competitive pricing. Businesses with expertise in delivering automated systems, installation, and related services would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities and are urged to engage with the procurement process via Defra's E-tendering portal.

## Notice

APHA requires the supply, delivery and installation of optional extras for the Automated Liquid Handling Systems. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6468ef18-b306-4848-b137-04360d010b79 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 14 Feb 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,276 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £507,327 |
| 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 | HAMILTON ROBOTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Jan 2020 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6468ef18-b306-4848-b137-04360d010b79
- 20 Dec 2019 at 08:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd1a2a69-a58e-4b29-93be-e18e9a704ec4
- 6 Sep 2019 at 07:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfbec84-020c-439b-83df-25a21dff3de9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6468ef18-b306-4848-b137-04360d010b79
  10th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd1a2a69-a58e-4b29-93be-e18e9a704ec4
  20th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfbec84-020c-439b-83df-25a21dff3de9
  6th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6f4013eb-a06f-464f-8b55-dc092c453b8a
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c25781e2-fec1-4dfa-955d-a40035ce82ef
  n/a

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