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# GB-Lowestoft: GLP Auditor

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a0e1cef7-d981-4264-bef1-ad5b8ad8f2d9

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## Summary

The contracting process for the role of GLP Auditor has been successfully completed by Cefas, a notable authority in the ecotoxicology sector, located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the auditing services category (CPV code: 79212000) and employed an open procurement method. The tender was published on 14 September 2020, while the awarding decision was made on 4 October 2019. The contract period commenced on 7 October 2019 and is set to conclude on 30 September 2022, focusing on quality assurance services in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines.

This project presents a promising opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in auditing and quality assurance within the ecotoxicology sector. Companies particularly experienced in performing audits, conducting inspections, and providing relevant training are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The dynamic nature of Cefas’ operations in environmental testing and monitoring highlights the ongoing demand for qualified auditors in this field, creating avenues for SMEs to engage and expand within the public procurement space.

## Notice

Cefas provides ecotoxicology services to a range of industrial sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear energy, veterinary medicine, chemical manufacturers/suppliers, water industry, biocides and emergency response. The ecotoxicology team offer a broad range of acute and chronic ecotoxicology studies run to both standard guidelines (e.g. OECD) and as bespoke tests to assess chemical and effluent toxicity. Cefas has a proven track record of providing regulatory testing, including the delivery of marine, freshwater and sediment testing to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) compliancy. Requirement: Suitably experienced auditors to provide Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Quality Assurance services to Cefas, Lowestoft NR33 0HT. The intention is to build a small framework of suppliers that can be called upon when required (call-off arrangement) to provide assistance with the implementation of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Quality Assurance requirements. It is expected that successful Tenderers will have previous experience and will be required to cover (but not limited to) the following areas: * Performing audits of study plans * Performing audits of data and reports * Conducting study specific inspections * Conducting process-based inspections * Conducting facility audits of the Customer's test facility * Provision of training relevant to services provided * Provision of guidance and advice on GLP concerns and issues * Attending Regulatory Inspections by the UK GLPMA To respond to this opportunity or to find out more please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/V7HRKFZR69 Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9b246b7-4e53-4782-ad0a-6a9535fba783 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 Oct 2019 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| 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 | BUCKINGHAM QA CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 14 Sep 2020 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9b246b7-4e53-4782-ad0a-6a9535fba783

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9b246b7-4e53-4782-ad0a-6a9535fba783
  14th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=442296390
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/V7HRKFZR69

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