--- title: "Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-040b17" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-040b17" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-040b17.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-040b17.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "APUC LIMITED" published: "2023-10-12" --- # Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software Buyer: APUC LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-040b17 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-040b17) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-040b17.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by APUC LIMITED is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software to be used primarily in the UK's Veterinary schools and Higher and Further Education sectors. This tender aims to reduce the resources required for purchasing these items. The procurement method is an Open procedure, with the submission deadline set for 10th November 2023 and the award period starting on 11th November 2023. The maximum number of participants in the Framework Agreement is 15. This tender for Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software by APUC LIMITED presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in the veterinary field, pharmaceuticals, and equipment suppliers. Companies interested should ensure compliance with the required criteria, including provision for insurance and adherence to standard terms and conditions. The tender encompasses various lots catering to different aspects of veterinary care, with a significant potential for business growth and collaboration throughout the 48-month contract period. ## Notice The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software to be utilised primarily in the various Veterinary schools of the UK and in the wider Higher and Further Education sectors. The Authority are seeking to, through this tendering process, minimise the resource required to complete purchases for Veterinary Supplies and Associated Consumables, Equipment and Software. A maximum of up to 15 Contractors will be appointed to each lot on this Framework Agreement. ### Lot Information Veterinary Pharmaceuticals - Manufacturers This would include, but not be limited to the supply of pharmaceutical products licensed for use in animals supplied via Licensed Manufacturers. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Veterinary Pharmaceuticals - Wholesalers This would include, but not be limited to the supply of pharmaceutical products licensed for use in animals supplied via Licensed Wholesalers. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Human Pharmaceuticals for Veterinary Use This would include, but not be limited to the supply of human crossover pharmaceutical products for use in the treatment of animals. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Veterinary Pharmaceutical Specials This would include, but not be limited to the supply of laboratory consumables, surgery consumables and oncology consumables, veterinary, PPE, hygiene, and cleaning products. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Veterinary Consumables The supply of Veterinary Consumables including, but not be limited to laboratory consumables, surgery consumables and oncology consumables, veterinary, PPE, hygiene, and cleaning products. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Equine Farming and Large Animal Equipment The supply of Equine and Large Animal Equipment, including but not limited to, stabling equipment, feeding products (troughs and buckets), fencing, bedding. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements General Type Veterinary Equipment The supply of General Type Veterinary Equipment including, but not limited to anaesthesia equipment, infusion equipment, dental equipment, plus other small animal pet equipment such as housing, beds, toys and other accessories. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Veterinary imaging Systems The supply of Veterinary Imaging Equipment including, but not limited to X-Ray, CT Scanner, Ultrasound (general and cardiac), and fluoroscopy (please note that large capital equipment purchases such as MRI Scanners and Spectrometers will not be supplied via this framework and will be covered by the NWUPC HVLE framework LAB3162 NW). Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements Veterinary Related Software This would include, but not be limited to, Veterinary Practice Software and associated veterinary software products. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015 Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030109-2023 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Oct 2023 | | Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 48 months | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | APUC LIMITED | | Locality | STIRLING | | Post town | Falkirk and Stirling | | Postcode | FK8 2DZ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | | Local authority | Stirling | | Electoral ward | Stirling East | | Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 03140000 - Animal products and related products - 03142000 - Animal products - 03144000 - Agricultural supplies - 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products - 33651690 - Vaccines for veterinary medicine - 48100000 - Industry specific software package ## Release History - 12 Oct 2023 at 12:37 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030109-2023 - 11 Oct 2023 at 12:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029981-2023 ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/ - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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