Tender

RFQ - Cryomicrotome (cryostat) with Disinfection Capability & Benchtop Microtome

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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31 Aug 2021 at 14:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting a tender for the procurement of a cryomicrotome (cryostat) with disinfection capability and a benchtop microtome. This opportunity falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is primarily based in Teddington, London, with submissions due by 13th September 2021. The procurement method used for this tender is a competitive quotation (below threshold), aimed at sourcing goods necessary for human tissue sample preparation, particularly for Mass Spectrometry Imaging analyses. The contract is set to commence on 8th October 2021 and will span one year until 10th October 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment manufacturing and sales. Companies that can provide high-quality, technologically advanced cryomicrotome solutions, especially those with capabilities for disinfection and high-precision sectioning, would be ideal candidates to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance market presence for these businesses and contribute to growth within the public sector supply chain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ - Cryomicrotome (cryostat) with Disinfection Capability & Benchtop Microtome

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for safe and robust human tissue sample preparation for our Mass Spectrometry Imaging analyses and for additional techniques within our department. We require a cryomicrotome (cryostat) with UV disinfection capability as well as a vacuum system to clean the equipment and a motor for motorized sectioning. The cryomicrotome must output reproducible, high-quality sections with a sectioning thickness range of 1-100 mm. The item will be freestanding, with an encapsulated, splash-proof microtome. Additional information: Please do not contact the person listed on this notice. Documents can only be obtained through Bravo Solutions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a08144f-c988-4ac5-ab95-4ad8becb38a2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adedc952-0a27-4bd0-9264-62178af1613d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Oct 2021 - 10 Oct 2022 1-2 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
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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