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title: "Provision of analytical testing services of DST-F (novel recombinant protein)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02c29a"
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# Provision of analytical testing services of DST-F (novel recombinant protein)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c29a

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal involves the provision of analytical testing services for a novel recombinant protein, DST-F. Classified under the laboratory services category, this open procedure tender aims to characterise the novel protein to support its Marketing Authorisation application to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). The contract was awarded in May 2022, and the value of the contract is £600,000. This project is based in the UK, with the associated contract period expected to run until December 2023.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and technical testing services, particularly those with expertise in protein analysis and validation. Companies that can demonstrate technical competence in characterising immunological veterinary medicinal products are well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract can enhance business growth by tapping into the veterinary market, which requires compliant analytical services to assure the safety and efficacy of products before market release.

## Notice

Award of contract for provision of analytical laboratory services to deliver analytical characterisation of the novel recombinant protein, DST-F, which will support a Marketing Authorisation (MA) application to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has appointed a Contractor to provide analytical laboratory services, to characterise a novel recombinant 35 kDa protein (DST-F) that is administered to cattle as a DIVA skin test reagent to detect infected amongst vaccinated animals. As the protein is injected intradermally it is classified as an immunological veterinary medicinal product (IVMP) and must hold a UK veterinary Marketing Authorisation (MA) from the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) to be used in the field. The APHA has appointed a Contractor with experience in protein analysis to characterise DST-F and support the establishment of specifications for batch release purposes and this shall form part of the data package to support APHA's MA application.

Renewal: Optional one year extension. No further renewals after optional extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014923-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2021 |
| Award date | 10 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 6 Dec 2021 - 5 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £650,000 |
| Lots value | £650,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | READING SCIENTIFIC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 27 May 2022 at 13:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014923-2022
- 7 Oct 2021 at 21:45 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025128-2021
- 20 Sep 2021 at 21:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023393-2021
- 1 Jul 2021 at 21:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015142-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.defra.gov.uk
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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