Tender

Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionisation Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF) Analyser for Microbiology

COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is currently inviting tenders for the provision of a Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionisation Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF) Analyser for Microbiology. This procurement falls under the goods sector and is taking place in the North East of England. The procurement method chosen is the open procedure, with the tender period set to close at 12 noon on Wednesday, 23rd August 2017. The contract, valued at approximately £164,176, is scheduled to commence on 4th December 2017 and may be extended for three additional 12-month periods.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses in the medical equipment and diagnostic industry, particularly those that specialise in automated analysers. Companies that can provide reliable MALDI-TOF platforms with comprehensive technical support are well-suited to compete. The capability to efficiently handle a high volume of microbiological isolates, as the trust currently tests around 4580 per month, will be crucial for potential bidders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this tender, aligning their offerings with the specific requirements stated by the trust.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionisation Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF) Analyser for Microbiology

Notice Description

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to bring in-house a new automated Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionisation Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF) Analyser including the provision of maintenance via a reagent rental contract basis, cost per test over a 7 year term with the option to extend the contract for a further 3 x 12 months. Companies are required to provide an automated MALDI-TOF platform that will facilitate the rapid and accurate identification of pathogenic bacteria and fungi. The analyser will be reliable and have excellent and comprehensive technical support and low downtime. The system will have a defined footprint, high ease of use and will be able to process a large number of isolates within the working day. The system required will provide identification of isolates and markers only. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust currently test for approximately 4580 isolates per month, 55,000 isolates per year. This tender is not for automated sensitivity testing which should not be included and will not at this time be supported. To express your interest in this opportunity please log on to the link below and follow the instructions on CARDEA; https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=3777&Culture=en-GB .Please note that the closing date for expressing your interest is 12 Noon on Wednesday 23rd August 2017. Additional information: To express your interest in this opportunity please log onto the link below and follow the instructions on CARDEA; https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=3777&Culture=en-GB Please note that the closing date for expressing your interest is 12 Noon on Wednesday 23rd August 2017.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ef49ec2-2414-464a-b934-a80de7810641
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

38434000 - Analysers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£164,176 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Dec 2017 - 3 Dec 2024 Over 5 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
COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERLEE
Postcode
SR8 2RU
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Shotton and South Hetton
Westminster Constituency
Easington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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