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GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ to provide a compact bench top high through-put (up to 96 sample) nucleic acid extraction BioRobots with built-in UV decontamination

CEFAS

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Tender

21 May 2019 at 13:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Cefas agency, located in Lowestoft, UK, is initiating a procurement process titled "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ to provide a compact bench top high through-put (up to 96 sample) nucleic acid extraction BioRobots with built-in UV decontamination." The procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting research laboratory services and associated installation services. This open procurement method has a tender period ending on 29 May 2019, with the contract expected to start on 1 June 2019 and run until 30 June 2019. The minimum contract value is set at £25,000, with a maximum value of £50,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory equipment and research services to participate. Businesses that can offer high through-put nucleic acid extraction technologies, along with compliance to specified technical features, are particularly well-suited to compete. Opportunities for additional service agreements and support packages further enhance the potential for businesses to establish long-term relationships with Cefas, thereby fostering growth in the industry.

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Notice Title

GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ to provide a compact bench top high through-put (up to 96 sample) nucleic acid extraction BioRobots with built-in UV decontamination

Notice Description

DOWNLOAD THE FULL TENDER PACKAGE AT https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6C7KSZR854 2 x Compact bench top high through-put (up to 96 sample) nucleic acid extraction BioRobot with built-in UV decontamination. Fully automated high through-put (up to 96 sample) nucleic acid extraction BioRobot with dedicated nucleic acid extraction kits and plastic ware to reliably extract high quality nucleic acid from a variety of cells, tissue types, bacteria and viruses for sensitive downstream PCR-based applications. *The system should be compact and for bench top use. *Ideally, but not essential, the system should be also be compatible with samples already lysed or digested in commercially available RLT and ATL buffers. *All waste should be collected in a convenient manner to allow for easy disposal. * The software driving the equipment should be user friendly and intuitive and should allow for controlled user access, the use of barcodes, and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) systems. Free upgrades should also be available. * The instrument should have an integral UV light to provide decontamination and prevention of cross-contamination between samples and a positive pressure system to limit the ingress of contaminated air. *Compatible with UK power supply. * The system should also have an option for additional warranty and/or comprehensive service package with a guaranteed 48 hour call out and repair service, and preventative maintenance visits. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1adeebbe-9e5a-4121-b0ce-8c843d5a4eda
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1b74404-55a4-4c7e-a1d6-20b408499756
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

71900000 - Laboratory services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CEFAS
Contact Name
Emma Roberts
Contact Email
procure@cefas.co.uk
Contact Phone
01502527766

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

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