Tender

CEFAS23-137 Request for Quotation for LA-ICP-MS analysis on fish otoliths

CEFAS

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05 Oct 2023 at 11:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Cefas involves a tender titled "CEFAS23-137 Request for Quotation for LA-ICP-MS analysis on fish otoliths" within the services category. It is currently at the tender stage with a value of £18,000 and has a procurement deadline of October 24, 2023. The contract period is set to start on November 30, 2023, and end on March 31, 2025. The analysis services procurement is open for participation by businesses, particularly suited for those experienced in fish otolith preparations using LA-ICP-MS equipment.

This opportunity provided by Cefas for fish otolith analysis presents a chance for business growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in otolith microchemistry and experience in handling fish otolith preparations are encouraged to compete. The tender requires the ability to meet strict deadlines and provide data in a specific format. Businesses with access to LA-ICP-MS equipment and capability to support the required analysis for various fish species, including the necessary calibration standards, are well-positioned to benefit from this contract.

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Notice Title

CEFAS23-137 Request for Quotation for LA-ICP-MS analysis on fish otoliths

Notice Description

Requirement: As part of the "Improving methodology to assess finfish, pelagic, data-limited, and non-quota stocks to inform management advice." project under the WP2.5 "Assessment of otolith microchemistry (e.g., plaice and sole, herring, sprat, sardine and horse mackerel)" Cefas are seeking a suitable supplier to conduct otolith microchemistry analysis via Laser Ablation-Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer (LA-ICP-MS) for tracing several elements (Li6,Li7, Na23, Mg24, Ca43, Ca44, Mn55, Co59, Cu63, Cu65, Zn66, Rb85, Sr86, Sr87, Sr88, Cd112, Ba138, Ba137, Pb208, Pb207) of the above-mentioned species. For the purpose of the research and quality control, Cefas request the use of specific calibration standards including NIST610, NIST612, NIST614, MACS-1 and, more importantly, otolith-specific standards such as FEBS-1 and Nies 22. We require a continuous transect core-to-edge otolith sampling design for each otolith with the ability to easily isolate the core-only and edge-only transects for specific analysis. Ablation patterns including laser size, length, speed and other variables will be discussed as a species-by-species case. Cefas will be providing samples embedded in glass slides (pelagic species) and in plastic strips (flatfish species). Technical meetings with the WP leader (either via Teams or in presence) will be required for a) the provision of samples to be analysed and b) delivery of data from analysis and return of samples to Cefas. One month time frame will be required for the Cefas WP leader to check the quality of delivered data. The successful supplier is expected to have access to LA-ICP-MS equipment and clear capability to support for the required analysis of the above-mentioned species, including availability for the time needed to run the analysis for each species (previous experience working and handling fish otolith preparations is essential). It is Cefas preference for a supplier to cost for all 3 deliverables however, if capacity does not allow, please cost for the deliverables you are able to meet (either 1,2 & 3, 1 & 2 or 1 & 3). Due to strict deadlines, there is a possibility that the contract may be awarded to two suppliers. Cefas will be responsible for arranging the collection and delivery of samples throughout the project via our preferred courier services. It is the expectation of Cefas that the Supplier/s will abide to our expectations for sample return, which will be discussed at kick off meeting. Data: The results need to be presented as final (including quality controls and technical details on the method), in the form of an Excel file (.csv) providing clear element concentration (calibrated) for each otolith, and ready to be statistically analysed (e.g., no further adjustment against blanks etc.). Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS23-137 under opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/beab7d8e-59e0-413a-a6c7-ef972253bd63
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2023 - 31 Mar 2025 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
CEFAS
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

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