Tender

Tender for the Supply and Installation of a High Resolution 3D Preclinical Photoacoustic Imaging System

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Tender

06 Jun 2024 at 11:48

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has issued a tender (SC12676/24) for the Supply and Installation of a High Resolution 3D Preclinical Photoacoustic Imaging System. The procurement involves imaging equipment for medical, dental, and veterinary use. The tender is currently in the active stage and has a value of £535,566 GBP. The tender period ends on 8th July 2024, and the contract period starts on 13th August 2024 and ends on 31st January 2025. The University of Birmingham in England is the buying organization, located in Birmingham (postal code: B15 2TT), inviting offers through an open procedure above the procurement threshold.

This tender from the University of Birmingham presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specializing in imaging equipment for medical, dental, and veterinary use. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. With a clear focus on supplying and installing a high-tech imaging system, companies well-versed in developing and providing such solutions are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The University's openness to future hardware and software upgrades underscores a commitment to evolving research needs, offering a forward-looking opportunity for businesses looking to contribute innovative solutions in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Tender for the Supply and Installation of a High Resolution 3D Preclinical Photoacoustic Imaging System

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply and Installation of a Photoacoustic tomography scanner for non-invasive imaging of mice, ex vivo tissues and biological samples. The system will provide a flexible imaging platform for rapid multi-wavelength, three-dimensional imaging of tissue anatomy and function at cm-scale depths with sub-150 micrometer resolution, based on the optical absorption properties of tissues. The system will perform image acquisition, image reconstruction and data storage, as well as provide on-line and off-line data processing and analysis tools. It should also allow for future hardware and software upgrades, as our research needs evolve. Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home (https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home) Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above mentioned address Additional information: ALL REFERENCE TO IN-TEND IN THIS DOCUMENT AND DURING THE TENDER PROCESS REFER TO THE UNIVERSITY'S TENDERING PORTAL THAT CAN BE ACCESSED AT HTTPS://IN-TENDHOST.CO.UK/UNIVERSITYOFBIRMINGHAM/ASPX/COMMUNICATIONS From the publication of a tender on In-Tend until the tender is awarded all communication must be via In-Tend. Except: In the event of catastrophic failure of In-Tend tenderers should contact the named contact published in the OJEU notice, procurement@bham.ac.uk. No other form of communication will be acceptable unless, in exceptional circumstances the UoB Procurement Department may authorise, in writing, other forms of communication. The Tender/SQ Closing Date shall be the date and time published against the project on In-Tend. It is the Tenderer's responsibility to ensure that current and accurate contact details are maintained on In-Tend. The University makes no commitment to act on any communication from In-Tend or other sources, resulting from unattended or inaccurate email addresses recorded on In-Tend. You are strongly recommended to register contact details for at least two people on In-Tend and to fully familiarise yourself with the In-Tend tender submission process well before the closing date and clarify any queries ASAP. In the event of discrepancies between any copies of any documents submitted it is at the Universities sole discretion which document or part of a document the University evaluates. How to apply Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6b16d9bb-7f60-4e81-9492-78fbebc82d2c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9f43e-d087-4228-99e5-8c0d87920723
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£535,566 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Aug 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 1-6 months
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

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