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title: "20346 - DNA Ear Tagging of TB Reactors"
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# 20346 - DNA Ear Tagging of TB Reactors

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a1b6ce5d-2042-4696-8e7c-93c9a8f6d2e2

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal as the buying organisation, centred around the contract titled "20346 - DNA Ear Tagging of TB Reactors". This contract falls under the goods category specifically for bovine ear tags and is situated in London, England. The current procurement stage is complete, with awards announced on 1st September 2019 and 8th April 2020, both for contract modifications to extend the supply period of DNA Ear Tags. The initial contract ran from 1st October 2014 to 30th September 2019, with a total estimated value of £279,930 for the earlier award and £93,310 for the more recent modification extending to 30th September 2021.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing and supplying animal health products, particularly those specialising in tagging systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-placed to compete in this sector, promoting innovation and responsiveness to government needs. The extended contract period allows potential suppliers to strategise their offerings and capabilities, harnessing their unique strengths to meet the ongoing demand established by the Defra's initiatives.

## Notice

This contract is being modified in accordance with Regulation 72.1.b of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The modification will extend the contract for supply of DNA Ear Tags for two (2) years to 30/09/2021. 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/8ea596a9-795b-4c40-9c27-9fe518a0e83e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - This contract is being modified in accordance with Regulation 72.1.b of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The modification will extend the current contract for a 24-month period (01/10/2019 to 30/09/2021). |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2014 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £93,310 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £373,240 |
| 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 | CAISLEY EARTAG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 03341000 - Bovine ear tags

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2020 at 10:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ea596a9-795b-4c40-9c27-9fe518a0e83e
- 8 Apr 2020 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82e8b953-bf2e-44d6-a6f4-579aaee6fdf6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ea596a9-795b-4c40-9c27-9fe518a0e83e
  8th April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82e8b953-bf2e-44d6-a6f4-579aaee6fdf6
  8th April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6cbf8189-b21a-4c79-841f-da17e8bee096
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8ce83278-a700-4305-a6e9-365d367628cd
  n/a

## Notice URLs

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

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