Tender

584 - Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

24 Mar 2021 at 14:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is conducting an open tender process for the procurement of two Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) instruments, outlined in two distinct lots. The tender, titled "584 - Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)," is currently active, with the tender period ending on 8th April 2021. Successful bidders will need to ensure that delivery, installation, commissioning, training, and user acceptance are completed by 21st May 2021. The total contract value is £100,000, and the items will be delivered to Aston University's location in Birmingham, United Kingdom, with a contract period set to commence on 14th April 2021 and concluding on 15th April 2022. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in optical medical equipment and related goods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with the capability to supply high-quality OCT instruments and provide associated support services. With the need for additional devices highlighted by student feedback and the impact of recent events on learning outcomes, suppliers with innovative solutions that enhance teaching capabilities in healthcare education will find this tender particularly aligned with their offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

584 - Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

Notice Description

Aston University are looking to procure 2 x Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) instruments split between two (2) Lots as below. Due to strict study deadlines it is time critical that delivery is received by Aston, installation, commissioning, training and user acceptance is completed no later than the 21st May 2021. Suppliers are welcome to offer bids against a single lot, or both lots. Lot 1 - 1 x Standard OCT Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) devices are analogous to ultrasound and are capable of imaging the retina and anterior eye in cross section to detect disease and abnormality. Currently, we only have two such devices in our teaching clinics for 450 students to use with their patients in the Eye Clinic. Our students have already commented on the lack of OCT instruments at Aston in their 2018 and 2019 NSS responses, so we must improve this ratio by purchasing additional devices. The pandemic has highlighted the need for another OCT for teaching which will support learning outcomes. Lot 2 - 1 x Anterior OCT This instrument allows high-resolution visualisation of the entire anterior segment, from the anterior surface of the cornea to the posterior surface of the lens. It delivers revealing swept-source OCT images that provide visual confirmation and add reliability as well as accuracy to the diagnosis and follow-up of anterior segment alterations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4886c39d-0a8e-4258-b00d-6666be497532
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
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)

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Apr 2021 - 15 Apr 2022 1-2 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
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

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