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title: "Supply of one (1) Automated Media Preparator"
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# Supply of one (1) Automated Media Preparator

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad5e3ac4-bfe3-46b0-9729-ba07d7400889

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently seeking suppliers for the tender titled "Supply of one (1) Automated Media Preparator". This procurement falls under the "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" industry category and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 8th March 2018. The contract is set to commence on 31st March 2018 and will run until 30th March 2019. This process is conducted through an open procedure, allowing a broad range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in laboratory equipment and services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can supply, deliver, and install specialised laboratory equipment would be well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially leading to significant business growth and expansion within the public sector. Interested suppliers should register on the Defra e-tendering portal to access tender documents and ensure compliance with procurement requirements.

## Notice

APHA requires the supply, delivery and installation of one (1) Automated Media Preparator for use within the microbiological media production Department. 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/b7a62ce6-6730-453a-b6b2-b3d27882e2ad |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2018 - 30 Mar 2019 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2018 at 10:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7a62ce6-6730-453a-b6b2-b3d27882e2ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7a62ce6-6730-453a-b6b2-b3d27882e2ad
  27th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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