Agri-food laboratory service for microbiological analyses

Summary

The tender concerns a 24-month service contract, with an option for a further 24-month extension, for an agri-food laboratory to perform microbiological analyses of thermally treated, vacuum-packed food. The service includes quarterly sample collection from SOLIMAT's Hospital Laboral in Toledo, sample registration and preservation, laboratory testing, complete analytical reports, immediate notification of non-compliant results, and technical assistance with interpreting results. The maximum result-delivery period is 7 working days from receipt of the sample. The estimated contract value is EUR 24,453.12 excluding VAT. The tender documents state a maximum tender budget of EUR 14,794.13 including VAT, while the justification report states EUR 14,797.08 including VAT; this discrepancy should be checked in the official tender details. The deadline shown in the notice is 5 October 2026. Price carries up to 80 points and the result-delivery period up to 20 points. At least 75% of communications, reports and other contract documentation must be produced and sent digitally. A participating company should be prepared to demonstrate the required turnover, ENAC accreditation or a formal commitment to perform the tests under accreditation, qualified food-microbiology personnel, validated analytical procedures, traceability and compliance with the technical specification.