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CEFAS21-147 RFQ for cryogenic mill

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently facilitating a procurement process for a cryogenic mill, titled "CEFAS21-147 RFQ for cryogenic mill", aimed at supporting trace metals analysis in the laboratory at Cefas in Lowestoft, England. This tender falls under the industry category of laboratory equipment, specifically focusing on goods amounting to £20,000, with an open procurement method. The tender period is set to close on 26 January 2022, with delivery and installation of the equipment required by the week commencing 21 March 2022, ensuring payment by the financial year-end.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing or supplying laboratory and precision equipment. Companies that can provide high-quality laboratory instruments, particularly those with experience in cryogenic technology, would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contract is designed with their capabilities in mind, which may enhance their growth and expand their market presence within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS21-147 RFQ for cryogenic mill

Notice Description

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one cryogenic mill to support trace metals analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable to cryogenically grind up to 20 ml of sediment/sand and/or plastic pellet samples in preparation for chemical analysis. Requirement: 1. One (1) cryogenic mill 2. One (1) set of consumables to support the use of cryogenic mill 3. Costed as an option: One (1) closed liquid nitrogen system, including safe, continuous feeding system to cryogenic mill. The following features are required: - Grinding to a final fineness of ca 100um or below - 1 x feed of ca 20ml - Minimum feed size of 5mm - No interference with trace metals analysis of samples (i.e. Al, Fe, Cr, Ni, Cu, Zn, etc...) - Safe operation with minimal risks to liquid nitrogen handling - Low consumption of liquid nitrogen - Programmable grinding cycles that can be tailored for samples - If proposed, closed liquid nitrogen system to allow the grinding of ca 10-20 samples before Dewar refill. Please provide shelf life of the vessel. Equipment must be provided along with all additional items, fixtures and fittings required to make the equipment fully operational for the purposes it is required, taking into consideration: - All equipment will be supplied as new from high quality respected manufacturers and suppliers - Can meet the specification guaranteed to satisfy the requirements detailed in Schedule 1 - All equipment must be designed to operate in the conditions under which it will be used - Please provide pre-installation site requirements. Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of FY. The equipment is required to be delivered/installed to Cefas Lowestoft, NR33 0HT All pricing provided must be inclusive of delivery 'INCOTERM DDP' if item is being imported.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5274b57a-7291-483d-bab4-7d54243c8475
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38432000 - Analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Further Information

Notice Documents

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