Tender

Purchase of Stereoscopes

MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION

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Tender

02 Mar 2021 at 10:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Institute of Biological Standards and Control, operating under the MHRA Buyer Organisation, is currently conducting a tender for the purchase of up to four stereoscopes, specifically intended for use within a Class II microbiological safety cabinet. This procurement falls under the goods category, particularly within the microscopy industry, with a total budget of £30,000. The tender period is set to close on 16 March 2021. Responses must be submitted through the e-Sourcing portal, with further instructions available online. The contract is expected to commence on 5 April 2021 and run for a full ten years, concluding on 4 April 2031.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those with experience in microscopy and laboratory technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, given the accessible procurement method of an open procedure. Companies that can provide high-quality, compliant products suitable for sensitive scientific environments will find this a fitting avenue to expand their market presence and foster long-term relationships with the MHRA and associated clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Stereoscopes

Notice Description

The National Institute of Biological Standards and Control (a centre of the MHRA) requires up to 4 stereo dissection microscopes to be used within a Class II microbiological safety cabinet to visualise human stem cell colonies, and enable areas of undifferentiated cells to be dissected from the colony for further subculture, whilst maintaining the required air grade environment during dissection. Additional information: Instructions How to Respond to this Tender - ITT_ 4680 1 - Register your company on the e-Sourcing portal (this is only required once): 1.1 - Go to http://mhra.bravosolution.co.uk/ 1.2 - Click the link to register. 1.3 - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue'. 1.4 - Enter your correct business and user details. 1.5 - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete. 1.6 - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure). 2 - Express an Interest in the tender: 2.1 - Login to the portal with the username/password. 2.2 - Click the 'ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (This Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier). 2.3 - Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. 2.4 - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only. 2.5 - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box. 3. Responding to the tender: 3.1 - Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). 3.2 - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification. 3.3 - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). 3.4 - You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the Bravo online help or contact the e-Tendering Helpdesk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-72adae0e-cea9-4fc4-8307-5d70ae0affa6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc5003df-d5ac-4734-a1c3-efb346753dae
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
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
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Apr 2021 - 4 Apr 2031 Over 5 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
MHRA BUYER ORGANISATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
daniel.green@mhra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
POTTERS BAR
Postcode
EN6 3QG
Post Town
Enfield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hertsmere
Electoral Ward
Shenley
Westminster Constituency
Hertsmere

Further Information

Notice Documents

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