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title: "Scientific Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e2ca3df1-63fd-42e8-a98b-85b4b14ad369"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL"
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# Scientific Services

Buyer: NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2ca3df1-63fd-42e8-a98b-85b4b14ad369

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by North Somerset Council, involves the provision of Scientific Laboratory and testing services across four West of England Authorities. This contract, titled "Scientific Services," falls under the industry category of Technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, with a total value of £1,550,000. The contract period commenced on 10th November 2016 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2020, with the option to extend for two additional years. The procurement method used for this process was an open procedure, and the tender period ended on 30th August 2016.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific laboratory services and testing, particularly those looking to expand their footprint in the South West region of England. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would have a competitive edge in this tender, as the suitability criteria suggest that such businesses are encouraged to participate. Companies offering non-food testing services and those compliant with EU accreditation standards would be particularly well-suited to respond and compete for this contract.

## Notice

The supply of Scientific Laboratory and testing services for the 4 West of England Authorities to includeStatutory Public Analyst and Agriculture Analyst Services and non-food testing to EU accreditation standards.The contract is for an initial term of 4 years with the option for an extension of up to a further 2 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/896c1533-8e17-4809-9f66-76943cf9b43f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 10 Nov 2016 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,550,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,550,000 |
| 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 | NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | WESTON SUPER MARE |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS23 1UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK61 North Somerset |
| Local authority | North Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Weston-super-Mare Central |
| Westminster constituency | Weston-super-Mare |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2017 at 14:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/896c1533-8e17-4809-9f66-76943cf9b43f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/896c1533-8e17-4809-9f66-76943cf9b43f
  19th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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