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033/2021 - Trace evidence multi-functional microscope system Expression of Interest (EOI)

HE PORTAL

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22 Sep 2021 at 14:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is currently conducting a procurement process for a multi-functional microscope system aimed at the examination of trace evidence, such as fibres, paint, and plastics. This opportunity falls under the clinical forensics equipment category and is classified as an open procedure. The deadline for submitting expressions of interest is 1200hrs on Friday, 8th October 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 1st November 2021 and run until 24th January 2022. Interested parties should register on the In-Tend HE Portal to access further information.

This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specialising in clinical forensics equipment, particularly those that manufacture or supply advanced microscopy tools. Companies that focus on innovative technologies in forensic science are particularly well-suited to compete, as UWE requires a solution that accommodates multiple examinations within a compact laboratory setting, primarily benefiting undergraduate and postgraduate student projects in forensic science.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

033/2021 - Trace evidence multi-functional microscope system Expression of Interest (EOI)

Notice Description

UWE Bristol requires a multi-functional microscope-based system for the examination and analysis of trace evidence including fibres, paint, plastics and cosmetics. The rationale behind this purchase is a requirement to undertake multiple microscope-based examinations / analyses within a small laboratory footprint. This instrument will be used primarily for UG and PG student projects in forensic science. The deadline for responses to this EOI is 1200hrs, Friday 8th October 2021. Additional information: Please register on the In-Tend HE Portal using the link below. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4276db1a-41c6-414f-91a9-10c890aa0864
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 24 Jan 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
HE PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AVON
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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