Tender

CEFAS21-133 RFQ for Microwave for Acid Digestions

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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13 Dec 2021 at 17:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, is for the tender titled "CEFAS21-133 RFQ for Microwave for Acid Digestions." This opportunity falls under the laboratory equipment sector, specifically targeting the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is located in Lowestoft, East of England, and is currently in the Tender stage. Key dates include the submission deadline on 12th January 2022 and a contract commencement date of 19th January 2022, with project completion expected by 31st March 2022. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure below threshold, and the total value is set at £25,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and instrumentation, particularly those capable of supplying high pressure digestion microwaves with advanced features for analytical chemistry applications. Companies that are agile and able to meet the specified technical requirements and delivery timelines could excel in this tender process, making this a suitable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the relevant industry sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS21-133 RFQ for Microwave for Acid Digestions

Notice Description

Detailed Description The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one high pressure digestion microwave to support trace metals analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of fully digesting sediment samples using strong acids (including hydrofluoric acid), and Biota samples, for the analysis of trace metals by ICP. Requirement: One (1) High pressure microwave system for inorganic and organic samples including temperature control sensors and control system. One (1) full set of reaction vessels for acid digestion, vessel rack and turntable. Cefas require the microwave system to consist of the following: - A minimum of 1800 Watt dual magnetron - Internally coated with fluoropolymer (or equivalent) and corrosion resistant exhaust system. - Ability to save data immediately to create digestion report - Minimum 40 place rotor with vent and reseal technology, capable of high pressure (minimum 35 bar) and high temperature (180degC or more) with vessel volume of >50ml. - Full set of vessels and their ancillary parts. - Fixed-vessel shield to allow for easy removal of vessels - Temperature control and monitoring of vessels - Safety features such as power cut off in event of over-pressurization, auto-vent etc. - Control terminal that operates the microwave system. A statement with regards to costs of firmware/software updates throughout the lifetime of the equipment is required if applicable. - Ability to print each run (T/P trace) or transfer this as a data file. Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of FY. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d08c8a9-ad18-4243-8b94-89d8107a7547
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

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

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

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 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
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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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