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title: "APHA Courier International Specialist"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2024-07-25"
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# APHA Courier International Specialist

Buyer: DEFRA GROUP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b303f39f-a0f9-4b60-a9bf-7618418eb251

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## Summary

The Defra Group has completed the procurement process for the "APHA Courier International Specialist" contract, which involves providing courier services for the international transport of animal samples. This procurement falls under the courier services industry category, specifically related to postal services concerning parcels. The contract is valued at £160,000 and spans from 15 July 2024 to 31 March 2025. The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action below the threshold. The Defra Group, located in London (postcode SW1P 4DF), acted as the buying organisation, and the contract has been awarded to GTS Enterprises T/A Worldnet Shipping. The final award was published on 25 July 2024.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in international courier and logistics services. Companies with expertise in handling specialised shipments, particularly those related to animal health, would find this contract particularly beneficial. Although the procurement process employed a direct method suitable for a single tender, larger service providers capable of ensuring compliance and timely delivery across international borders are well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities. The contract's requirements highlight the importance of reliability and specialization in courier services, encouraging business growth through enhanced service offerings to meet public sector demands.

## Notice

Courier service for the international transport of animal samples

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4245fbbf-4cc7-4162-8acb-a60e3fddf3ad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 GROUP |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GTS ENTERPRISES T/A WORLDNET SHIPPING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64113000 - Postal services related to parcels
- 64120000 - Courier services

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2024 at 15:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4245fbbf-4cc7-4162-8acb-a60e3fddf3ad
- 12 Jul 2024 at 12:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/350c28dd-d71c-4405-aba2-01bc932e04e5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4245fbbf-4cc7-4162-8acb-a60e3fddf3ad
  25th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/350c28dd-d71c-4405-aba2-01bc932e04e5
  12th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/28e87339-a10c-4a1c-8279-85f5cd716056
  APHA Courier International Specialist Contract -Redacted

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