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title: "Provision of Plate readers compatible with SoftMax Pro version 5.0.1 software"
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# Provision of Plate readers compatible with SoftMax Pro version 5.0.1 software

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d27381e8-794b-4888-a1a9-79f9d3818c7a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE) seeking to purchase plate readers compatible with SoftMax Pro version 5.0.1 software. The contract, awarded to Molecular Devices UK Limited, has a total value of £80,000 and was published on 20th March 2018. The contract is classified under goods, specifically spectrometers, and is set to commence on 27th March 2018 and conclude on 31st March 2021. The procurement method used for this tender was an open procedure, which supports wider participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment and scientific instrument sectors, particularly those specialising in electronic devices for medical or research purposes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering maintenance and technical support services would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts given PHE's commitment to service quality. Engaging in such tenders can help expand their market reach and establish long-term relationships with a prominent public service entity.

## Notice

Public Health England (PHE) has awarded a contract for the provision of plate readers compatible with SoftMax Pro version 5.0.1 software to Molecular Devices UK Limited. The contract is PHE-wide. The supplier will be responsible for providing service, maintenance, calibration, validation and repairs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcf77fe2-d2dc-4758-b009-fa5e936646dc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Till Valley |
| Westminster constituency | East Wiltshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOLECULAR DEVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2018 at 11:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcf77fe2-d2dc-4758-b009-fa5e936646dc
- 20 Mar 2018 at 11:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/babab358-e57e-4b94-9403-4cab5bc075ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcf77fe2-d2dc-4758-b009-fa5e936646dc
  27th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/babab358-e57e-4b94-9403-4cab5bc075ec
  20th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england
  Information about our organisation

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