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A matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI) ion source compatible with a Thermo Q-Exactive mass spectrometer or a standalone MALDI imaging instrument and a MALDI sample preparation robot, Supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of

THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

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Tender

06 Mar 2020 at 11:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham is currently conducting an open tender (PROC JG ITT/1195) for the supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of advanced mass spectrometry equipment, including a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI) ion source, a standalone MALDI imaging instrument, and a MALDI sample preparation robot. The procurement is classified under the industry category of instruments for checking physical characteristics. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6 April 2020, with the contract period commencing on 4 May 2020 and concluding on 3 May 2024. The estimated value of this procurement is £190,000, with a minimum value of £175,000 and the delivery expectation primarily targeted at Nottingham, UK.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in scientific instrumentation and laboratory services. Firms that offer advanced technological solutions in mass spectrometry, imaging instrumentation, or automated sample preparation are well-suited to compete in this tender. The involvement of EPSRC funding emphasises the quality and potential impact of the procurement, positioning it as attractive for businesses aiming to expand their reach within the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Title

A matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI) ion source compatible with a Thermo Q-Exactive mass spectrometer or a standalone MALDI imaging instrument and a MALDI sample preparation robot, Supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of

Notice Description

Supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of: Lot 1a - a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (AP-MALDI) ion source compatible with coupling to an Orbitrap Q-Exactive mass spectrometer. Or Lot 1b - a standalone MALDI imaging instrument Plus Lot 2 - a MALDI sample preparation robot for automated matrix application sample preparation. This instrumentation will expand the mass spectrometry imaging capabilities of the Centre for Analytical Bioscience and will offer complementary data to secondary ionisation mass spectrometry (SIMS) imaging available at the nano and micro scale Research Centre (nmRC). This equipment will be supported by EPSRC equipment funding. Additional information: The scope of this tender is for the Supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI) ion source compatible with a Thermo Q-Exactive mass spectrometer or a standalone MALDI imaging instrument and a MALDI sample preparation robot Please refer and respond to the full specification in Part B - Technical (Non-Price) for the Supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of: Lot 1a - a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (AP-MALDI) ion source compatible with coupling to an Orbitrap Q-Exactive mass spectrometer. Or Lot 1b - a standalone MALDI imaging instrument Plus Lot 2 - a MALDI sample preparation robot for automated matrix application sample preparation. This instrumentation will expand the mass spectrometry imaging capabilities of the Centre for Analytical Bioscience and will offer complementary data to secondary ionisation mass spectrometry (SIMS) imaging available at the nano and micro scale Research Centre (nmRC). This equipment will be supported by EPSRC equipment funding. This ITT documentation reference PROC JG ITT/1195 should only have been downloaded from the In-Tend Portal. Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Confirmation of intention to submit - The In-Tend system has an OPT IN / OPT OUT button at the end of the ITT list of documents, if you wish to proceed with this tender you must click on the 'OPT IN' button via the website to enable you to upload your return: Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Decline or inability to return - If you wish to decline or are unable to return please click on the 'OPT OUT' button along with a correspondence to detail the reasons why you have declined to bid for this tender via the website: Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Correspondence regarding tender - Any queries about this tender MUST ONLY be directed using the correspondence link on the In-Tend website Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Responses to basic clarification queries will be shared with all prospective Tenderer's. However, correspondence marked as 'commercially sensitive' will be respected as such and NOT shared, although the UoN reserves the right to overrule this marking if it has been incorrectly identified. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e222f85-81dd-4e05-8d7f-7b7d921aec02
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2020 - 3 May 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG7 2RN
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Radford
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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