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title: "APHA Capex: Supply of Ultramicrotome"
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buyer: "ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY"
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# APHA Capex: Supply of Ultramicrotome

Buyer: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7c5a8356-a2fb-4e6f-8f7a-d037a76f82d1

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## Summary

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has completed the procurement process for the supply of an Ultramicrotome, with the main procurement category being laboratory, optical, and precision equipments. This process took place under a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at GBP 147,924.57, spans from 27th July 2026 to 27th October 2027, and targets delivery within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement reached the award stage, with the award being finalised on 29th July 2026. VWR International Ltd has been identified as the supplier for this contract.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment to engage with a government body, especially in the South East region. Companies that specialise in supplying, delivering, and installing sophisticated equipment such as Ultramicrotomes can leverage this opportunity. Additionally, businesses that can provide operational training and maintenance services are well-positioned to benefit. The process demonstrates potential for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the suitability criteria highlighting SME involvement.

## Notice

The Contractor will provide the Goods outlined in the specification as referenced in the Order Form. The Contractor shall supply, deliver, install and demonstrate the functionality and run system diagnostic checks for the Ultramicrotome for use within the Purchaser's Pathology Department. The Contractor will also be required to deliver training in operation to the Purchasers staff.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e35ceca-e4e5-4166-81e6-3e4b237c6325 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 27 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £147,924 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £147,924 |
| 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 | ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VWR INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 13:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e35ceca-e4e5-4166-81e6-3e4b237c6325

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e35ceca-e4e5-4166-81e6-3e4b237c6325
  4th August 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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