---
title: "National Framework Agreement for Veterinary Supplies"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000598043"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "APUC LIMITED"
published: "2020-03-30"
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# National Framework Agreement for Veterinary Supplies

Buyer: APUC LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000598043

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## Summary

The procurement process involves APUC Limited, which is responsible for overseeing the National Framework Agreement for Veterinary Supplies. This procurement falls under the education sector and is based in Stirling, UK. Currently, it is in the completed stage, having moved through the tender phase for providing various veterinary supplies, including pharmaceuticals and imaging systems. The submission deadline for bids was November 29, 2019, with contracts awarded on February 10, 2020. The total contract value is approximately £32 million and was procured via an open procedure.

This framework presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in veterinary supplies, particularly those specialising in pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and veterinary services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger suppliers are well-suited to compete for the available contracts, with an emphasis on quality service delivery and competitive pricing. Businesses that contribute to community benefits and social value initiatives are likely to find favour with APUC Limited, enhancing their chances of success in this procurement opportunity.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of a wide range of goods and services to be utilised primarily in the various Veterinary Schools of the UK and in the wider Higher and Further Education sectors. These goods and services include - Veterinary/Human Pharmaceuticals - Veterinary Instrumentation/General Veterinary - Veterinary Imaging systems

### Lot Information

Veterinary and Human Phamaceuticals

Veterinary and Human Pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of animals.

General Veterinary and Veterinary Instrumentation

Dressings, Surgial, Diet, Consumables, Retail, Anaesthesiology, Life Support, Operating tables, Surgical Diathermy equipment.

Veterinary Imaging Equipment

Imaging equipment specifically designed for the diagnosis of small and large animal patients, including, but not limited to: Ultrasound, Endoscopes, Anthroscopes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR384645 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2020 - 2 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 9 |
| Supplier names | AQUILANT LTD T/A AQUILANT ORTHOPAEDICS,T/A AQUILANT INTERVENTIONAL,T/A AQUILANT SURGICAL,T/A C/CARE; BCF TECHNOLOGY; COVETRUS; DMS PLUS; IMOTEK INTERNATIONAL; KARL STORZ ENDOSCOPY (UK; MAHR IMPEX; ORCA MEDICAL; VETCEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use
- 33651690 - Vaccines for veterinary medicine

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR384645
- 17 Sep 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP366668

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP366668
  National Framework Agreement for Veterinary Supplies - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of a wide range of goods and services to be utilised primarily in the various Veterinary Schools of the UK and in the wider Higher and Further Education sectors. These goods and services include - Veterinary/Human Pharmaceuticals - Veterinary Instrumentation/General Veterinary - Veterinary Imaging systems
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR384645
  National Framework Agreement for Veterinary Supplies - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of a wide range of goods and services to be utilised primarily in the various Veterinary Schools of the UK and in the wider Higher and Further Education sectors. These goods and services include - Veterinary/Human Pharmaceuticals - Veterinary Instrumentation/General Veterinary - Veterinary Imaging systems

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000598043
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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