Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c9b-ce78-7340-a205-5293ca326b90/tender-for-service-and-maintenance-of-microbiological-safety-cabinets-mscs-and closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Tender for Service and Maintenance of Microbiological Safety Cabinets (MSCs) and various Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Equipment [Defra Network eTendering Portal](https://tendernation.io/buyers/defra-network-etendering-portal) Often single bidder Estimated value Not stated Published 26 May 2022 Deadline Closed 29 Jun 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) requires the provision of a service and maintenance contract for LEV Equipment such as Microbiological Safety Cabinets (MSCs) laminar flow cabinets, flexible film isolators and downdraft tables. The Contract shall include Preventative Maintenance visits and Corrective Maintenance visits, to be carried out on-site as and when required. The full list of Equipment is available on the tender documents, but includes MSCs class I/II/III, with some requiring KI discus tests. The initial contract period is expected to start on 1st October 2022 for a period of two (2) years with an option to extend the period for up to thirty-six (36) months if necessary. The Authority also reserves the right to include, in the scope of these requirements, the possibility of future service and of fume cupboards and hoods at a later date if required The Services are required at 10 different sites located across England, Scotland and Wales (full address list is available in the tender documents), a significant volume of the Equipment is currently located at APHA Weybridge site. The estimated contract value for the full contract period (including optional extension) is £796,807.00 Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at [defra.bravosolution.co.uk](https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk)";, ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at . " Read full description ## CPV classification Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/9a70279a-dd87-424f-84e6-e4bfbb0838ae) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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