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title: "PHE_Scientific - Purchase of 6 Nos Benchtop Refrigerated Centrifuges -VTF"
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# PHE_Scientific - Purchase of 6 Nos Benchtop Refrigerated Centrifuges -VTF

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aeb14247-727d-4c78-a0fa-c571e942241b

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Public Health England, seeking to acquire six benchtop refrigerated centrifuges, designated PHE_Scientific - Purchase of 6 Nos Benchtop Refrigerated Centrifuges -VTF, for a vaccine task force facility under construction at Porton Down. This opportunity falls under the laboratory centrifuges and accessories industry category with a total value of £50,000. The tender is currently active, employing an open procedure (below threshold) for procurement, with a tender period concluding on 26th March 2021 and a contract period set to commence on 1st July 2021 and running until 30th June 2022.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing of laboratory equipment and medical supplies, particularly those specialising in centrifuges. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities. Companies with experience in providing goods for healthcare applications could particularly benefit from this procurement, which is vital for the ongoing support of public health initiatives.

## Notice

PHE has a requirement for the purchase of 6 nos benchtop refrigerated centrifuges for a vaccine task force facility under construction at Porton Down

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e481a19-7962-4c97-bd34-7ebf5c1328ef |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2021 at 16:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e481a19-7962-4c97-bd34-7ebf5c1328ef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e481a19-7962-4c97-bd34-7ebf5c1328ef
  12th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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