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title: "701554543- Purchase of a Viscometer Instrument and Support Package for 1710 Naval Air Squadron"
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# 701554543- Purchase of a Viscometer Instrument and Support Package for 1710 Naval Air Squadron

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da7f5326-6b6c-4fa6-af63-836082fe3837

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is conducting an open tender for the purchase of a Viscometer Instrument and Support Package specifically for the 1710 Naval Air Squadron. Published on 18th May 2021, this procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a total value of £32,000. The tender period is set to close on 16th June 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 14th July 2021 and last until 13th July 2025. Delivery will be required in Portsmouth, within the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the precision instrument sector. Businesses with expertise in laboratory equipment and support packages would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. As the procurement process is open, it encourages a competitive bidding environment, potentially enabling firms to establish long-term relationships with the Ministry of Defence while enhancing their market presence.

## Notice

Purchase of a Viscometer Instrument and Support Package for 1710 Naval Air Squadron

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90b49b7d-d212-41ed-8de4-003f7bcad01a |
| 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 | 18 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jul 2021 - 13 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 18 May 2021 at 12:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90b49b7d-d212-41ed-8de4-003f7bcad01a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90b49b7d-d212-41ed-8de4-003f7bcad01a
  18th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cc9b961d-fc68-4def-9c31-6aee4b0c4d0b
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- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=51360
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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