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title: "Tender for Laboratory analysis of samples taken from Private Water Supplies in Herefordshire"
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# Tender for Laboratory analysis of samples taken from Private Water Supplies in Herefordshire

Buyer: HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c8d4a175-86bd-402c-8546-37e019682286

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## Summary

Herefordshire Council has completed the tender process for the provision of routine accredited laboratory analysis of samples from Private Water Supplies within Herefordshire, as required by the Private Water Supplies Regulations 2016 and the Water Industry Act. The contract also includes a courier service from Hereford to the laboratory. The tender, classified under "Laboratory services" (CPV: 71900000), pertains to the services category. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period ending on 10 March 2025, and the contract period spanning from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2030. The value of the contract was estimated at £100,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in laboratory services and logistical support. Businesses that are adept at managing regulatory compliance and possess robust laboratory facilities can leverage this contract to strengthen their foothold in the West Midlands. Engaging in this procurement process not only provides financial growth but also enhances reputation and expertise in delivering statutory laboratory services. Herefordshire Council's contact for this procurement is David Thomas, available via email at david.thomas2@herefordshire.gov.uk.

## Notice

Tender for providing routine accredited laboratory analysis of samples taken from Private Water Supplies in Herefordshire by Herefordshire Council in accordance with statutory duties under the Private Water Supplies Regulations 2016 and the Water Industry Act. This tender does not include the taking of samples from the sample points, but does include the courier service from Hereford to the laboratory. Additional information: Herefordshire Council has published this contract opportunity on the Supplying the Southwest Portal. To view the documentation related to this opportunity you will need to register on the portal if you are not already registered with Procontract, and express an interest in the opportunity. To register with Procontract on the Supplying the Southwest Portal, click on the link below or copy and paste the link into your browser's address bar: https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfcf303-f50b-4a53-8e46-85b9671bd937 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 3 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | HEREFORD |
| Post town | Hereford |
| Postcode | HR4 0LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG11 Herefordshire, County of |
| Local authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Electoral ward | Widemarsh |
| Westminster constituency | Hereford and South Herefordshire |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TENDER ABANDONED. |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2025 at 12:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfcf303-f50b-4a53-8e46-85b9671bd937
- 10 Feb 2025 at 12:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a6ccb97-0a0a-4bd3-8583-45d3f205cfa9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfcf303-f50b-4a53-8e46-85b9671bd937
  3rd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a6ccb97-0a0a-4bd3-8583-45d3f205cfa9
  10th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk
- https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk

## Provenance

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