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title: "TSE Rapid Testing"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9413a139-ed2d-4698-86bd-945d39e81bf2"
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# TSE Rapid Testing

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9413a139-ed2d-4698-86bd-945d39e81bf2

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "TSE Rapid Testing" is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, located in London, England. This contract falls under the category of agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and related products, with a procurement method classified as selective under a restricted procedure. The contract period spans from 22nd January 2018 to 30th April 2018, with the tender period ending on 22nd January 2018. The project has an estimated value of £462,359.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the agriculture and related sectors, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in agricultural services, testing solutions, or related products would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this process not only allows businesses to establish a foothold in a key public sector contract but also enhances visibility and potential partnership with larger organisations like LGC Limited, the current awarded supplier.

## Notice

This record is to cover the extension from 08/08/17 to 05/01/18. The original Bravo record will not allow electronic signatures. 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/6113265c-9090-42b7-85a5-f4b632e023d1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2018 - 30 Apr 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £462,359 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £462,359 |
| 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 | LGC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2018 at 09:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6113265c-9090-42b7-85a5-f4b632e023d1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6113265c-9090-42b7-85a5-f4b632e023d1
  6th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

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