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title: "Supply of three (3) Real-time PCR Instruments"
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# Supply of three (3) Real-time PCR Instruments

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b1da447e-9914-4743-a396-83b281dc5abe

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal acquiring three Real-time PCR Instruments, essential for diagnosing notifiable viral diseases as part of statutory outbreak responses. The procurement is classified under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and falls within the goods category. The tender process has been completed, with the award date being 28th February 2018 and the contract running from this date until 31st March 2019. This limited procurement method did not involve prior publication of a contract notice, and the deadline for tender submissions was 29th January 2018.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment supply sector, particularly those specialising in advanced medical and diagnostic instrumentation. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying PCR technologies would be well-suited to explore similar contracts in the future. Additionally, the established relationship with Agilent Technologies UK Ltd indicates that businesses capable of innovation and high-quality provision could enhance their competitive edge in this space.

## Notice

The equipment plays a crucial role in the diagnosis of notifiable viral diseases, especially the statutory outbreak response provided by APHA Weybridge. APHA require this equipment in order to meet their statutory obligations and testing deadlines for key customers. 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/bad948a4-88fb-4a8e-927a-d05f1ba874a5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,935 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,935 |
| 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 | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES |

## 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

- 13 Mar 2018 at 15:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bad948a4-88fb-4a8e-927a-d05f1ba874a5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bad948a4-88fb-4a8e-927a-d05f1ba874a5
  13th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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