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Contract for the Supply of Two (2) Laboratory Refrigerated Bench Top Centrifuges

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Award

04 Mar 2021 at 12:15

Award Notice
Tender

30 Nov 2020 at 17:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "Contract for the Supply of Two (2) Laboratory Refrigerated Bench Top Centrifuges" has been issued by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focused on laboratory centrifuges and accessories, and it was published on 30 November 2020. The procurement process uses the open method and is currently in the award stage following its completion. The contract period is set from 10 February 2021 to 12 March 2024, with a tender end date of 23 December 2020. The estimated contract value is £20,180.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, especially those SMEs capable of supplying high-quality laboratory centrifuges that meet specific technical requirements. Competitors should be equipped to provide goods that adhere to essential safety standards and specifications, including a corrosion-resistant design and precise temperature control features. Companies involved in manufacturing laboratory machinery, as well as those providing laboratory-related accessories, can find valuable opportunities through this procurement process to expand their market reach and enhance their product offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Supply of Two (2) Laboratory Refrigerated Bench Top Centrifuges

Notice Description

Supply of Two (2) Laboratory Refrigerated Bench Top Centrifuges. - Capacity of 4L (4 x 1000ml) - External Dimensions and weight: Height no greater than 380mm, width no greater than 760mm and depth no greater 690mm. Weight up to 120 kg. - Corrosion-resistant, high-thermal conductivity, 304 grade stainless steel - Maximal centrifuge speed of 15,200 rpm (25830 g; rotor dependent). - Achievable run speeds of up to 4,200 rpm (4122 g) with a swinging bucket rotor. - Minimum speed control accuracy of +-40 rpm. - Time accuracy in one or both formats of hours/minutes or minutes/seconds (preferred) - A temperature range between minus ten (-10) degC and plus forty (+40) degC. - Accuracy control of +/- two (2) degC. - A pre-Cooling function. - Acceleration/Deceleration Rates up to nine (9) or ten (10). - Facility to allow frequently used settings for users/applications to be pre-programmed and stored. - Controls for setting speed, runtime, temperature and acceleration/deceleration rates. Display screen on which these parameters can be displayed. - Viewing window for safe calibration of the instrument. - Secure lid locking system with sensor to ensure lid is locked. - Easy chamber access and quick installation of rotors. - Low operational noise level (<64 dB with swinging bucket rotor at top speed). - Compatibility with UK electric power provisions of 230 Volts and under 8 Amps current draw. - Appropriate quality and safety standard markings as shown below: Conformite Europeenne (CE) International Electrotechnical Commission safety standard for laboratory centrifuges IEC61010-2-020 Electromagnetic compatibility requirements which apply to electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use EN61326). - Rotor availability for purchase for at least ten (10) years post installation. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27527224-1a7e-4d3d-a9e8-3be19823c86e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a13a91e0-50d1-4799-9cce-510cd1972616
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,180 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,180 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2021 - 12 Mar 2024 3-4 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VWR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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