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Service of APHA Automated Liquid Handling Systems

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

Buyer Address: Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street, London, UKI32, SW1P 4DF, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Mandy Worsnop

Contact Email: procurement@defra.gov.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
350500.0 GBP
Published
27 Jun 2025, 11:42
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
13 Jul 2025, 23:00
Contract End
06 Apr 2028, 22:59
Category
n/a
CPV
71900000 - Laboratory services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Hamilton Sales & Service UK Ltd
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The purpose of this Contract Award Notice is to announce the Animal Plant and Plant Health Agency's (APHA) are entering into a contract for a Premium Plus Service Plan with Hamilton Sales & Service UK LTD for 3 years with options to extend by a further period of up to 2 years (i.e. 3+1+1). It will provide Preventative and Corrective Maintenance services for the equipment, which can only be provided by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). This requirement is needed for Hamilton Vantage Liquid Handling Systems owned by APHA. These systems automate testing preparation, enhancing efficiency and traceability. The systems are also used daily for national Brucellosis surveys, which are essential for maintaining the UK's Brucella-free status and supporting international trade. Please note: The contract start date will be 07 April 2025 not 14 July 2025 as reported on the notice.

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Awards

Award Title: Service of APHA Automated Liquid Handling Systems

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