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title: "High Pressure Freezer"
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# High Pressure Freezer

Buyer: MHRA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e27c71e9-b593-4f8d-8ddf-cde3e3ef2fcb

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) for the acquisition of a new High Pressure Freezing machine to replace an obsolete model. This tender, titled "High Pressure Freezer", falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with an estimated value of £300,000. The procurement is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 21st June 2021. The location for delivery addresses is set in South Mimms, United Kingdom, with the contract scheduled to start on 30th July 2021 and running until 29th July 2036.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those engaged in the manufacturing and supply of precision instruments. Companies with experience in open procurement processes and the ability to meet technical specifications for scientific equipment will be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract may help businesses expand their market presence in the public sector, as contracts with regulatory bodies like the MHRA can enhance credibility and lead to further opportunities in related industries.

## Notice

The National Institute of Biological Standards and Control requires the replacement of the obsolete High-Pressure Freezing (HPF) machine in the EM suite with a new High-Pressure Freezing machine.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdb52577-9357-4000-8170-53c3458521b1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2021 - 29 Jul 2036 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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 | MHRA |
| Locality | SOUTH MIMMS |
| 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

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 May 2021 at 08:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdb52577-9357-4000-8170-53c3458521b1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdb52577-9357-4000-8170-53c3458521b1
  20th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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