Tender

High Performance Liquid Chromatography Machine (Preparatory)

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is inviting tenders for the provision of a High Performance Liquid Chromatography Machine (Preparatory) to support its Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (Chemistry). As part of upgrading its chromatographic facilities, the university seeks a preparatory LC system with UV-vis detection for various research purposes including organic molecular synthesis and the purification of peptides and nucleic acids. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open procedure (above threshold). Tenders must be submitted by 12 noon (UK time) on 7th March 2025. The contract is expected to start on 1st June 2025 and end on 1st June 2026. The location for delivery is in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and chromatographic technologies to expand their client base and secure a prestigious contract with a leading academic institution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in developing and supplying advanced chromatographic systems are well-positioned to compete for this contract, which supports innovative research in medicinal and biological chemistry. The procurement offers a platform for business growth through collaboration with a top-tier university.

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Notice Title

High Performance Liquid Chromatography Machine (Preparatory)

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (Chemistry) for a High Performance Liquid Chromatography Machine (Preparatory) The Chemistry discipline at the University of Sheffield is undertaking an update in its chromatographic facilities. As part of this refresh, we have funds to acquire a single preparatory LC system with UV-vis detection to support our research capabilities. Within the discipline we have several research areas and groups linked to medicinal and biological chemistry that will use this instrument ranging from classical organic molecular synthesis through to purification of peptides and nucleic acids. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 7th March 2025 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5c1bc9dc-cbd2-4b9e-9ccc-68d2b4d48147
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cecfc3f1-0a53-4819-884b-316061ff40c8
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38432200 - Chromatographs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
Yi Wu
Contact Email
yi.wu@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 (0)114 222 2171

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
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
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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