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RBGKEW/919 High throughput lipid extraction liquid handling platform

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to the acquisition of a "High throughput lipid extraction liquid handling platform" by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, located in Richmond, England. The procurement falls under the category of laboratory equipment and was conducted via a direct procurement method through a single tender action, as the only proposed supplier, LI-COR Environmental - UK Ltd, possesses unique skills required for this contract. The contract period runs from 2nd March 2021 to 31st March 2021, with the tender period having concluded on 1st February 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and precision instruments, particularly those with expertise in lipid extraction technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can particularly benefit from engaging in this market, as the procurement initiated a direct acquisition below the threshold that typically encourages local competition. Companies offering innovative solutions or unique methodologies relevant to the specifications of the contract would be well-suited to participate in future opportunities arising from similar procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RBGKEW/919 High throughput lipid extraction liquid handling platform

Notice Description

High throughput lipid extraction liquid handling platform. PO534729. Single Tender Action on the grounds that: The proposed supplier is the only one known to possess unique or specialised skills or articles, or which are unobtainable from any other source

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78df1aa8-b7e8-4b27-a5f1-cacf9f79e03c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/575e9421-7d86-42e4-9ee5-7a672fe887c9
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,396 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,586 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 30 days
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
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AB
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

INTEGRA BIOSCIENCES

LI-COR ENVIRONMENTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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