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CEFAS24-67 RFQ for provision of Microscope & Peripherals to Sri Lanka under OCPP

CEFAS

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05 Jun 2024 at 08:47

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20 May 2024 at 10:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "CEFAS24-67 RFQ for provision of Microscope & Peripherals to Sri Lanka under OCPP" is initiated by Cefas for the provision of a microscope and associated peripherals. The procurement stage is currently active with a value of £30,000 GBP under the main procurement category of goods. The deadline for tender submission is 7th June 2024, and the contract period is set from 21st June 2024 to 21st June 2027. The buying organisation, Cefas, is located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, and the industry category is laboratory, optical, and precision equipment.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the laboratory equipment industry to compete and potentially grow their businesses. Businesses offering microscope-related products and services, such as optical equipment suppliers and technology providers, are well-suited to participate in this open procedure tender below threshold. The inclusion of on-site installation requirements and training services provides additional opportunities for businesses specializing in technical support and training solutions to engage with Cefas for potential collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS24-67 RFQ for provision of Microscope & Peripherals to Sri Lanka under OCPP

Notice Description

Cefas require provision of a microscope and associated peripherals. 1. A light Microscope chassis capable of adaptation and improvement beyond the basic model. Capability types such as dark field, phase contrast, polarization contrast, fluorescence, and DIC. 2. Electrical Configuration 120V, 60Hz, AC and work with appropriate type A, B or C plugs. 3. Ergonomic design features to help reduce fatigue, such as height adjustable focus knobs, symmetrical operation of focus knobs, height adjustable binocular tubes. 4. Long-life LED light source providing frequencies similar to daylight, and power saving functions where possible. 5. A suitable condenser system. 6. XY stage controls as standard. 7. A slide stage with space and handling for 2x (76x26 mm) microscope slides at a time. 8. 3 step focussing drive or similar. 9. Revolving 'nose piece' with space for 6 lenses ideally. 10. Lenses required are as follows: Plan FLOUR, 2x, 10x, 20x, and PLAN APO 40x, and 60X. 100x (Oil) is also required. If these requirements pose an issue for quotation, please contact us. 11. A training head attachment to allow for a second viewer. This must include all required prisms and stands. 12. A field-of-view illuminated user-controlled pointer system. 13. Mountable digital camera system that must be completely designed for and compatible with the provided microscope. All associated apparatus must be included, such as mounting tubes and splitters cables etc. 14. A computer system and monitor suitable for imaging and with a graphics card suitable for HD viewing. This mut be as far as possible future proofed so as not to become obsolete within a foreseeable 4-year time frame. This system will be running windows 10 or 11, with a compatible monitor of approximately 24''- 32'' or similar (as recommended). 15. Imaging software is to be included where appropriate and this must as far as possible future proofed so as not to become obsolete within a foreseeable 4-year time frame. The final setup must be fully functional once assembled, so please include all necessary parts and peripherals in your provision and quotation. On-site installation and training * Installation on-site is a requirement to tender. * Ideally a training package will be included, to be delivered to relevant in-country users. Suppliers should indicate the options available, whether through the use of a virtual platform or face-to-face in-country. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS24-67 under opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4951c907-e47d-4492-99b7-14a38dcba1fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b10fcb8c-0687-4f95-ab49-52d95f8d7f3d
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)

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2027 3-4 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
CEFAS
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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