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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine capable of high throughput digital PCR and qPCR

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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07 Sep 2020 at 08:11

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Tender

08 Jun 2020 at 08:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting a tender for the supply of a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine, aimed at enhancing research capabilities within the Department of Infection, Immunity and Cardiovascular Disease. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under CPV code 38950000 for PCR equipment. Interested suppliers should note that the tender closed on 6th July 2020. The contract is valued at approximately £240,000 and is scheduled to commence on 17th August 2020, lasting until 16th August 2021. This open procurement process is intended to meet the needs of interdisciplinary research efforts at the University, with initial equipment placement expected in the Royal Hallamshire Hospital laboratories, reflecting ongoing operational adjustments due to the pandemic.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific and medical equipment sector, particularly those with expertise in high-throughput PCR technologies. Companies that specialise in laboratory equipment and related services will find this contract appealing, especially those capable of delivering automated solutions that enhance research efficiency. Start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage in this process, given the contract's eligibility for SME participation. Businesses looking to expand their market presence in the public sector should consider this contracting opportunity as a strategic entry point into collaborative research projects with leading academic institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine capable of high throughput digital PCR and qPCR

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Infection, Immunity and Cardiovascular Disease for a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine capable of high throughput digital PCR and qPCR. The Florey Institute within the University of Sheffield takes an interdisciplinary approach to anti-microbial resistance (AMR) and host-pathogen interaction research. The Institute is comprised of scientists and clinicians who work closely with the Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Trust (STH) to deliver high-impact fundamental and translational research outputs. We require an automated, high-throughput PCR machine to aid our gene expression studies. One of our research focuses involves measuring host gene expression changes in response to infection and this requires the measurement of large numbers of selected genes by RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) and/or real-time PCR (RT-PCR) on thousands of patient samples. In addition to this work, we also aim to use digital PCR to detect pathogens present at low copy number in patient and environmental samples. Initially the equipment may be housed in one in the Royal Hallamshire Hospital laboratories due to the pandemic (not all University laboratories are currently open and we may need to minimise staff movement between laboratories). It would therefore be an advantage if the machine could be moved to a different location at the University at a later date. It was originally intended to be housed in the NERC Biomolecular Facility and may still move there dependent on future discussions about space. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is a E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: Monday 6th July 2020 at 12:00 noon (UK time). OJEU contract notice reference - 2020/S 109-265776. Additional information: Attachments All tender documents are available at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1460e5b8-4ee0-4c9f-97bc-5ce6065ac43e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7215803c-6db0-4a79-ac34-e90d6e5cc3e8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£252,607 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20205 years ago
Contract Period
9 Sep 2020 - 9 Sep 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLUIDIGM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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