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title: "CEFAS21-10 High Performance PCR - Thermal Cyclers"
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# CEFAS21-10 High Performance PCR - Thermal Cyclers

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9d11b296-2dea-4c34-84bb-8e46845b4dfc

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, seeking bids for the "CEFAS21-10 High Performance PCR - Thermal Cyclers" in the goods category, specifically focusing on real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment. The contract, valued at £43,000, is located in the South West of England. The procurement method used was a direct approach through a single tender action, which concluded on 2nd February 2021, with the contract period running from 11th February to 31st March 2021.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those operating within the PCR technology sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage in this procurement, as the process favours their participation, allowing them to potentially expand their market presence. Companies that specialise in high-performance laboratory instruments and have the capability to deliver goods promptly may find this contract particularly suitable for their expertise.

## Notice

Quantstudio 3 real-time PCR system - Thermal Cyclers, plus an additional Quantstudio thermal recycler

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d3b5036-67cd-4880-9d5a-c8a68d4b5bf5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 11 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,000 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2021 at 14:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d3b5036-67cd-4880-9d5a-c8a68d4b5bf5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d3b5036-67cd-4880-9d5a-c8a68d4b5bf5
  24th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cefas.co.uk

## Provenance

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