Tender

GB-London: UV-visible-Near Infrared and Accelerated Light Aging

VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM

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Tender

20 Nov 2020 at 16:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Victoria and Albert Museum is seeking to procure a research-grade UV-Visible-Near Infrared spectrophotometer and an associated bespoke accelerated light ageing facility. This procurement, categorised under goods, is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 4 December 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 14 December 2020 and run until 13 December 2025. The geographical focus is on London, UK, and the budget for this project is between £100,000 and £500,000, although funding is subject to final confirmation from the AHRC under the Capabilities for Collections call. This open procedure invites competitive tenders with options for variations or alternative quotes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in scientific instrumentation and laboratory services. Businesses with expertise in providing turn-key systems, remote monitoring capabilities, and maintenance services will be particularly well-suited to compete. The inclusion of a substantial maintenance component and robust operational specifications suggests that businesses capable of offering comprehensive support services, along with the necessary technical equipment, have a strong chance of success in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: UV-visible-Near Infrared and Accelerated Light Aging

Notice Description

The V&A wishes to procure a research grade UV-Visible-Near Infrared spectrophotometer and associated (bespoke) precise accelerated light ageing facility. The system chosen is to be a 'turn-key' system and all hardware, firmware and software costs must be included in your tender return. In addition a one-year statutory warranty plus an additional four years of preventive maintenance should be included in the total cost. The new system will be used in proximity of 13 amp, 240 volt AC, 50 Hz supply, with access to wired and wireless internet connections, in a non-air conditioned space and should be capable of being controlled remotely and moved to different locations is needed. Tenders may provide options or alternative quotes. Please note that the budget is not yet confirmed and the award of contract is subject to the V&A receiving funding from the AHRC under the Capabilities for Collections call Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-793f61bc-0319-4b04-ab48-757ae48f6f79
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8c014a-22f2-4fc6-bc3b-c4c4d4919ef1
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 13 Dec 2025 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
VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENSINGTON
Postcode
SW7 2RL
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Further Information

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