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title: "Supply of three balances (laboratory use)"
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# Supply of three balances (laboratory use)

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0646161-7c66-4c7f-90ba-382dc908f0c0

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is seeking quotations for the supply of laboratory balances under the title "Supply of three balances (laboratory use)". This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically in the precision balances industry, and is located in Farnham, England. Currently in the tender stage, the bidding period closes on 10th February 2021, and interested suppliers should notify their intention to quote by the same date. The expected contract period spans from 15th February to 31st March 2021, with a minimum contract value of £40,000 and a total value of £50,000, using an open procurement method.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and precision instruments to expand their market reach. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, especially those that can provide the specified analytical and micro balances. By responding to this request for quotation, suppliers could potentially establish or reinforce their relationship with a prominent public sector client, thus fostering long-term business growth.

## Notice

Forest Research is seeking quotations for the supply and delivery of laboratory-use balances, as follows: 2 off Analytical Balances: Capacity 120-210g / readability 0.1 mg (4DP) / pan size: approx. 85mm 1 off Micro Balance: Capacity 2.1 - 3.1g / readability 0.001mg (6DP) / pan size: approx. 25mm in accordance with the attached RFQ (Request for Quotation), Suppliers may quote for the supply of both or either Item. Additional information: If you are intending to provide a quotation, please notify your intention by email to shelagh.mccartan@forestresearch.gov.uk Any questions regarding this RFQ should be made by email to shelagh.mccartan@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 09.00hrs on Tuesday 9th February 2021

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb66542c-d7dd-4827-8544-bfd5a9a16359 |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | FARNHAM |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU10 4LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | East Hampshire |
| Electoral ward | Binsted, Bentley & Selborne |
| Westminster constituency | East Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38310000 - Precision balances
- 42923110 - Balances

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2021 at 17:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb66542c-d7dd-4827-8544-bfd5a9a16359

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb66542c-d7dd-4827-8544-bfd5a9a16359
  4th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4f79e5e5-a09c-4c68-b8e9-1bb78f2f40a0
  RFQ

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