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Procurement of UV-Vis Scanning Spectrometers

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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18 Dec 2024 at 10:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed the procurement process for UV-Vis scanning spectrometers, required by its School of Biochemistry. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and involves a budget of £129,000. The tender was categorized as an open procedure and had its tender period ending on 27th September 2024. The awarded contract commenced on 16th December 2024 and will conclude on 31st March 2025, with all items to be delivered to the South West of the United Kingdom. The key dates highlighted include the award date on 12th December 2024 and the publication date on 18th December 2024.

This procurement provides a significant business growth opportunity especially for suppliers of laboratory and analytical instruments. The competitive pricing strategy employed by VWR International Ltd, the winning supplier, exemplifies how businesses supplying precision equipment can gain from such contracts. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate in similar tenders as this procurement method was open and below the threshold, promoting inclusivity in bidding opportunities. Companies with capabilities in developing advanced measurement and analysis apparatus will find similar contracts beneficial for expanding their market presence in academic and research institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of UV-Vis Scanning Spectrometers

Notice Description

The University of Bristol School of Biochemistry is looking to replace a number of our 75 CECIL CE1011 visible light spectrophotometers with UV-Vis scanning spectrophotometers. The equipment required are scanning spectrophotometers that are capable of measuring across a range from 190 nm - 1100 nm. They need to be able to collect data at single wavelength measurements across the whole range of wavelengths, complete scans across the whole range of wavelengths, conduct steady state kinetics for various enzymes and substrates, and timed experiments at fixed wavelengths. These tests should be selectable through a built-in user interface so that a computer is not required in addition to the spectrophotometer, allowing it to standalone. The original tender was for 30 instruments due to the budget currently available. However, the winning bidder has offered the instruments at a competitive price that has allowed the University to purchase additional instruments within the budget. This is reflected in a higher contract award value than the value of the original bid.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c491685e-faf3-4344-8d91-4d1854649930
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

38340000 - Instruments for measuring quantities

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£129,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VWR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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