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RBGKEW1391 Geno/Grinder Automated Tissue Homogenizer and Cell Lyser

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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22 Apr 2025 at 16:19

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the acquisition of a Geno/Grinder Automated Tissue Homogenizer and Cell Lyser, led by The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, has reached the award stage. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, excluding glasses, with additional relevance to research laboratory services. The tender was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from an existing framework agreement, and has culminated in a direct award to the highest ranked supplier. The procurement is located in Kew, London, with a postal code of TW9 3AE, and its value is set at £16,252.19. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 15th January 2025, with the contract period running from 22nd January 2025 to 21st January 2028. The awarded contract was officially recognised on 15th January 2025, and subsequently published on 22nd April 2025.

This award offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of laboratory equipment and services, particularly those classified under small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as specified in the suitability criteria. The awarded supplier, Thermo Fisher Scientific, demonstrates that businesses with a strong capability in precision equipment for life sciences and research are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Companies looking to expand into government-backed research initiatives or strengthen their portfolio in laboratory services could find such tenders beneficial for growth. The contract’s duration and stipulation for a service and maintenance agreement further imply potential for sustained business relationships and future opportunities in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RBGKEW1391 Geno/Grinder Automated Tissue Homogenizer and Cell Lyser

Notice Description

We are looking to purchase a Geno/Grinder Automated Tissue Homogenizer and Cell Lyser to improve our workflow for PacBio sequencing. This will accelerate plant root disruption and homogenisation, increasing the throughput of DNA extractions. We will require a 3-year service and maintenance contract. Framework information : LAB2010 NE Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services - Direct Award to highest ranked supplier under provider under Lot 1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-14c3e3fa-375b-4b90-bc32-c274fb0cae07
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ae4f009-3b15-41a7-ac6e-515e56d54e14
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

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

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,252 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,252 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2025 - 21 Jan 2028 2-3 years
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
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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