--- title: "Purchase of FCS Foetal Calf (Bovine) Serum" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY" published: "2025-02-21" --- # Purchase of FCS Foetal Calf (Bovine) Serum Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c2b7ffb1-04aa-4ab7-a170-ee38ffdb0abe.json) ## Summary The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of Foetal Calf (Bovine) Serum, specifically for use at their South Mimms site in Hertfordshire, London. This tender falls under the industry category of "Animal products and related products" with additional classifications in "Laboratory reagents" and "Laboratory services". The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), and interested suppliers must submit their bids by 10:00 AM on 12th March 2025. The contract is set to commence on 4th June 2025 and will run until 4th June 2029. The process involves two lots of sample evaluations wherein submitted samples for Lot 1 and Lot 2 need pre-testing after Endotoxin testing and must be submitted by 20th March 2025. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory reagents or animal products. Suppliers who succeed in passing the initial qualification and technical requirements will be invited to register on MHRA’s supplier portal and submit their samples for evaluation. This contract is particularly well-suited for businesses with capabilities in providing high-quality laboratory reagents and animal product processing. Successful suppliers through this procurement process will not only secure a long-term contract but also gain a prestigious association with the MHRA, enhancing their market credibility and exposure. ## Notice The Agency has a requirement to source 2 Lots of Foetal Calf / Bovine Serum for use at our South Mimms Site. After receiving bids, suppliers who pass the Qualification and Technical requirement will be asked to register on to the Agency's Supplier portal. Purchase order will then be raised with these suppliers to order the respective samples for evaluation. The sample evaluation for: Lot 1 = Pre-testing will be 2 months post Endotoxin testing (Sample A to be submitted by 20.03.2025) Lot 2 = Pre-testing will be 4 months post Endotoxin testing (Sample B to be submitted by 20.03.2025) Only suppliers whose samples pass this evaluation, will move to the final round (Contract to be awarded to the most advantageous bid). *Tenderers shall note that these dates are indicative and are subject to change by the MHRA. All communication will be conducted through the Atamis e-portal. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c667f55-be0f-45fa-8afb-b02152835b5b | | 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 | 21 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Jun 2025 - 4 Jun 2029 | | 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 | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Enfield | | Postcode | EN6 3QG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Hertsmere | | Electoral ward | Shenley | | Westminster constituency | Hertsmere | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 03140000 - Animal products and related products - 33696500 - Laboratory reagents - 71900000 - Laboratory services ## Release History - 21 Feb 2025 at 10:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c667f55-be0f-45fa-8afb-b02152835b5b - 11 Feb 2025 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45bf901e-908d-4c33-867e-becffa191208 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c667f55-be0f-45fa-8afb-b02152835b5b 21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45bf901e-908d-4c33-867e-becffa191208 11th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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