Tender

CEFAS22-51 Olympus Microscope

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

01 Jul 2022 at 12:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, involves the tender titled "CEFAS22-51 Olympus Microscope" for the supply of a high-power inverted light microscope specifically designed for scientific applications. The industry category is identified as microscopes (CPV code 38510000), with a total contract value of £21,000. The tender period is set to close on 18 July 2022 at 12:00, and the delivery location is within the East of England, United Kingdom. This tender follows an open procedure, suitable for businesses of all sizes, especially those that can meet the detailed specifications outlined for the microscope and its operation conditions.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those that manufacture or supply high-quality microscopes and related apparatus. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the requirements allow for innovative solutions from a diverse supplier base. Companies that can demonstrate their capability to provide new equipment along with necessary fittings and qualifications will have a competitive edge in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS22-51 Olympus Microscope

Notice Description

Cefas require a high-power inverted light microscope, manufactured by Olympus, with the following objectives: LCAchN 10x/0.25 PhC /-/fn22. LCAchN 20x/0.40 PhC /1/fn22. LCAchN 20x/0.55 Ph2 /1/fn22. The microscope needs to have an ultra-long condenser so that a chamber of 5cm height can fit underneath, 2 x10 eyepieces, one with a graticule, and a drop-down binocular head. There will need to be Phase contrast ring slits which correspond to the above objectives, allowing the microscope to be used in DIC, phase contrast and brightfield. It must have a mechanical moveable x/y stage with fixtures for a slide insert. Equipment must be provided along with all additional items, fixtures and fittings required to make the equipment fully operational for the purposes it is required, taking into consideration: - All equipment will be supplied as new from high quality respected manufacturers and suppliers - Can meet the specification guaranteed to satisfy the requirements detailed in Schedule 1 - All equipment must be designed to operate in the conditions under which it will be used For full details please visit; https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/969403520181B9B4429B Additional information: Bravo E-tendering Portal - managing procurement on behalf of Cefas https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Thank you for your interest in tendering for this requirement, You will need to access the documents through Bravo Solutions portal using the link provided. If you are new to Bravo, you are required to register as a supplier: 1) Visit https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose (usually your email address) and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email (check spam filters if this does not arrive in a timely manner) with your unique password (please keep this secure). You can then log onto the system and change your password. Once these step are completed you can apply for any tender on Bravo using these details. 2) To read the full details or apply for a tender: - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are opportunities open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. (This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page) within your Bravo account. - Access the tender information by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. 3) Responding to the tender: - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the requirements to upload a successful Tender. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) - Once all information is complete, you can then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. Please give yourself enough time to complete this before the deadline. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the e-Tendering help desk. Please direct all questions and queries to Cefas using the message function of the portal, including any clarification questions. This is to ensure no questions are missed and that all answers can be shared with all interested suppliers at the same time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63cb9f91-6de2-4a0d-b9ac-add825b9bf6f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7354c1e-c972-4e64-859f-f7598468470c
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Aug 2022 - 18 Aug 2023 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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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