---
title: "CEFAS25-138 Supply of a High-Precision Microbalance"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f79e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2026-02-09"
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# CEFAS25-138 Supply of a High-Precision Microbalance

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f79e

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, a sub-central government authority based in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, has completed the tender process for the supply of a high-precision microbalance for its Weymouth Laboratory. Classified under the goods category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, this procurement aimed to replace an outdated microbalance crucial for chemical weighing in experimental work. The process was conducted through an open, below-threshold competition, with key dates throughout early 2026. The contract was awarded to Radwag UK Ltd, an SME located in Cheshire, with the agreement starting on 6 February 2026 and concluding on 12 March 2027. The total contract value is £20,306.40, with a signed award date of 4 February 2026.

This procurement represents a viable opportunity for businesses focused on manufacturing or supplying precision laboratory equipment to engage with public sector contracts. Companies, particularly SMEs that specialise in high-precision instruments and can provide robust technical support and sustainability practices, would be well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities. The requirement for accuracy, sustainable packaging, responsible installation, and ongoing maintenance support aligns well with companies aiming to expand their public sector portfolio by providing cutting-edge scientific equipment and services.

## Notice

Cefas require the supply of a high-precision microbalance for its Weymouth Laboratory. Accurate weighing of various chemicals is essential to support our experimental work.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011326-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Feb 2026 - 12 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,000 |
| Lots value | £29,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,922 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RADWAG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 12:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011326-2026
- 18 Dec 2025 at 08:13 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084094-2025
- 17 Dec 2025 at 11:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083737-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011326-2026
  9th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084094-2025
  18th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083737-2025
  17th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-9529.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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