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(NU/1284) Supply & Installation of a Microfluidics System with integrated High Resolution Fluorescence Microscope for Modelling Microbial Biofilms

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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25 Aug 2017 at 07:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Newcastle University, which is looking for suppliers to provide and install a microfluidics system with an integrated high-resolution fluorescence microscope. The tender, titled "(NU/1284) Supply & Installation of a Microfluidics System," falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. Located in Newcastle, England, the procurement is currently at the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 3rd August 2017, for a total value of £178,548.70. The contract period runs from 15th August 2017 to 15th November 2017, following an open procurement method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and high-precision systems. Companies that provide installation services, maintenance, and after-sales support, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be particularly well-suited to engage with this tender, considering the focus on specialised technology and ongoing training requirements. Winning this contract can enhance a business's portfolio and provide a valuable reference for future public sector opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1284) Supply & Installation of a Microfluidics System with integrated High Resolution Fluorescence Microscope for Modelling Microbial Biofilms

Notice Description

The University is tendering for the purchase of a microfluidics system with integrated high resolution fluorescence microscope capable of culturing microbial biofilms in multiple parallel channels under uniform shear flow, and obtaining high resolution images of the biofilms. The system will be used for repeatedly imaging biofilms as they form and for obtaining 3-dimensional image reconstructions of biofilms. The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and installation of equipment and as detailed in the Invitation to Tender to the University, with after-sales support and 12 months warranty and maintenance and all training necessary for safe and reliable operation of the system including sufficient familiarisation on-site to enable routine use of the system to start immediately on completion of installation and a complete set of operating and maintenance documents. Further service contracts and warranties may also be purchased.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3bd32b0d-f6a3-41b9-95eb-851768e705c6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4af0c101-c2bd-42ce-8d9b-e4d8e2c7762b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£178,548 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Aug 20178 years ago
Contract Period
14 Aug 2017 - 15 Nov 2017 1-6 months
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
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LABTECH INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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