AFBI - Supply and Delivery of Transmissibile Spongiform Encephalopathy Rapid Test Kits
The contract covers the supply and delivery of Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE) rapid test kits to the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI), a public-sector scientific and research organisation supporting agri-food, animal health and bioscience functions. The supplier must provide test kits in a format currently approved by the European Commission under Regulation (EC) 999/2001 for the prevention, control and eradication of specified TSEs. The scope also includes supplying, delivering and maintaining all equipment required to conduct the tests throughout the contract, together with technical support for the test method and associated equipment. The estimated contract value is £600,000, with the available details not specifying the contract duration. Delivery is required in the United Kingdom, including the UKN region. The critical qualification requirement is that the proposed rapid test kit format must have current European Commission approval in accordance with Regulation (EC) 999/2001.
Buyer: Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 20 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £600k
- Bids close: 23 Nov 2026
- Location: Northern Ireland, Belfast
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 4 Jan 2027 to 3 Jan 2032
- Category: Laboratory reagents (33696500)
From the official notice
The Agri-food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) requires a Supplier to supply and deliver Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE) rapid test kits that are of a test format currently approved by the European Commission in accordance with Regulation (EC) 999/2001 for the prevention, control and eradication of certain transmissible spongiform encephalopathies. The Supplier must supply, deliver and maintain any equipment required to conduct the TSE rapid test for the period of the Contract, as well as providing technical support for the test method and equipment.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 23 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £600k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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