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title: "Laboratory Chemicals and Consumables Framework 2026 -2030"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069a32"
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# Laboratory Chemicals and Consumables Framework 2026 -2030

Buyer: NATURAL RESOURCES WALES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069a32

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## Summary

Natural Resources Wales is currently active in the procurement process for the "Laboratory Chemicals and Consumables Framework 2026-2030." This framework aims to establish a multi-supplier agreement to supply laboratory chemicals and consumables to support their Analytical Services. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for chemical products and laboratory reagents, and employs an open procedure. It is located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, with the award period ending on 28 August 2026 and the submission deadline on 3 August 2026. The framework agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and has a maximum extension until 31 August 2030, featuring break points every 12-month interval.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for both SMEs and larger companies specializing in chemical supply and laboratory consumables. Suppliers have the chance to secure a role in a long-term framework valued at £2,844,000, allowing them to provide essential materials for various laboratory operations. Businesses capable of supplying both generic and bespoke laboratory products, as well as those offering added value services such as equipment maintenance and support, would be well-suited for this procurement. With a focus on both price and quality, this procurement process seeks businesses that can efficiently address the needs of a governmental body under Welsh devolved regulations. This can significantly expand the market reach for suppliers, especially those looking to strengthen their presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) require a framework that will allow the laboratory to purchase laboratory chemicals and consumables so that routine operations can run smoothly and without interruption.This requirement is for the establishment of a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply of laboratory chemicals and consumables to support Natural Resources Wales (NRW) Analytical Services. The framework will provide both generic and bespoke chemicals and consumables required for laboratory sampling, sample preparation, and sample analysis activities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Laboratory Chemicals

This contains the following sub lot: Lot 1A - Generic Chemicals

Renewal: The duration of the framework will be four years. Break points are available at 12-month intervals throughout the term. The decision on whether to use the break points option(s) available will be at NRW's discretion and the decision will be based on factors including but not limited to: * Performance; * Budget availability; * Other reasons deemed necessary by NRW.

Lot 2 - Laboratory Consumables

Lot 2 is broken down into two parts, part A which is Generic and part B which is Equipment or Method Specific. Lot 2 A - Generic Consumables Lot 2 .B.1 - Agilent Consumables Lot 2 B.2 - Restek Consumables Lot 2 B.3- Buchi Consumables Lot 2 B.4 - Pall Consumables Lot 2 B.5 - Shimadzu Consumables Lot 2 B.6 - Bruker Consumables Lot 2 B.7 - Biotage Consumables Lot 2 B.8 - Hach Consumables Lot 2 B.9 - Thermo Fisher Consumables Lot 2 B.10 - PerkinElmer Consumables Lot 2 B.11 - Skalar Consumables Lot 2 B.12 - Seal Analytical Consumables Lot 2 B.13 - Metrohm Consumables Lot 2 B.14 - Cytiva Consumables Lot 2 B.15 - DW Scientific Consumables In addition to Lots 1 and 2 NRW may include added value services to the requirement. The following services may be requested under this framework: * Inclusion of newly required chemical or consumables not identified at the time of award for Lot 1 and/or Lot 2 * Purchase of parts, spares and add-ons relating to NRW owned instrumentation or equipment either owned or purchased during the life of this agreement and specific to the sub lots in Lot 2 only. * One-off repair of NRW instrumentation or equipment, either owned or purchased during the life of this agreement and specific to sub lots of Lot 2 only (This will be where there is no formal support and maintenance agreement in place). * Support and Maintenance services of NRW instrumentation or equipment, either owned or purchased during the life of this agreement and specific to sub lots of Lot 2 only. * Upgrades or enhancements to NRW instrumentation or equipment specific to the sub lots in Lot 2 only. The total value allocated to this lot is PS450,000.00 ex VAT. This is included within the total lot value for Lot 2

Renewal: The duration of the framework will be four years. Break points are available at 12-month intervals throughout the term. The decision on whether to use the break points option(s) available will be at NRW's discretion and the decision will be based on factors including but not limited to: * Performance; * Budget availability; * Other reasons deemed necessary by NRW.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060890-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,370,000 |
| Lots value | £2,370,000 |
| 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 | NATURAL RESOURCES WALES |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales, TLL18 Swansea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 24000000 - Chemical products
- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents
- 33793000 - Laboratory glassware

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 15:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060890-2026
- 15 May 2026 at 14:06 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044988-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060890-2026
  29th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044988-2026
  15th May 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml?_ncp=1778843690276.2230012-1
  Natural Resources Wales will adminstrate the procurement process using the Sell2Wales e tendering portal.
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml?_ncp=1782734041420.253187-1
  All tender documentation is available via eTenderWales
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.shtml?_ncp=178273404
  Please see Invitation to Tender documentation

## Notice URLs

- http://naturalresourceswales.gov.uk
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/21171416019F131C4A83
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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