Tender

GB-Sheffield: Laser for blastomere/trophectoderm biopsy

SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

09 Mar 2017 at 15:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is procuring a laser for blastomere/trophectoderm biopsy for developing a Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis and Screening service at Jessop Fertility. This open tender is classified under the medical laser category (CPV 33128000) and is set in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The tender period concludes on 24 March 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 1 April 2017 and run until 28 April 2017. The contract value is estimated between £25,000 and £50,000, and potential suppliers must ensure compatibility with existing micromanipulation systems and provide training support.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in medical equipment or laser technology to engage and grow within the healthcare sector. Businesses with expertise in high-power laser systems and those that can offer comprehensive training and support services for such technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The focus on specific technical requirements suggests that bidders with relevant experience and proven track records in similar projects will have a competitive advantage.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Sheffield: Laser for blastomere/trophectoderm biopsy

Notice Description

Jessop Fertility is looking to purchase a laser designed for blastomere / trophectoderm biopsy to enable a Pre implantation genetic diagnosis and Pre implantation genetic screening service to be developed at Jessop Fertility. The key features of this devise: *Must be compatible for use with the current micromanipulation system used at Jessop Fertility (Research Instruments Integra 3) *Must be a high power laser with validated evidence for the safe use with human embryos / blastocysts (designed for minimal energy near sample) *Must have the ability draw straight or curved lines and have the ability to select the number and size of holes with high accuracy *Must have a high quality imaging system *Have relevant device approval This is a new service for Jessop Fertility and staff will require biopsy training. The provision of support and training will be evaluated in the tender. An evaluation will be required to assess whether a static or movable laser is preferred. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3d4706f1-26c8-4050-848b-cf2110368fc3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6da643e-836d-4c42-8fdd-c063cd351072
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33128000 - Medical laser other than for surgery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 28 Apr 2017 30 days
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
SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S5 7AU
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Burngreave
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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