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CEFAS22-112 RFQ for compact bench top 96 well fluorometer and spectrophotometer

CEFAS

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24 Nov 2022 at 13:59

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22 Nov 2022 at 09:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cefas involves the acquisition of a compact bench top 96 well fluorometer and spectrophotometer. This equipment must be highly accurate and reliable, suitable for quantifying nucleic acids using specific methods. The tender value is £15,000, with a minimum value of £12,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period ends on December 6, 2022. The contract period starts on December 19, 2022, and ends on March 31, 2023. The delivery and installation location is Cefas, Weymouth DT4 8UB. The industry category for this procurement is Laboratory, optical and precision equipment.

This procurement opportunity by Cefas for a bench top fluorometer and spectrophotometer presents growth opportunities for businesses in the laboratory equipment sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract based on the suitability criteria. Businesses capable of delivering and installing laboratory equipment to Cefas in Weymouth DT4 8UB within the specified timeframe would find this tender particularly relevant. The procurement aims to acquire essential equipment that meets specific performance requirements to support Cefas's operations.

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Notice Title

CEFAS22-112 RFQ for compact bench top 96 well fluorometer and spectrophotometer

Notice Description

Cefas requires a compact bench top 96 well fluorometer which has the capability to also be used as a 96 well spectrophotometer. The system is required to be a reliable and highly accurate 96 well fluorometer and spectrophotometer that can quantify nucleic acids (both DNA and RNA) using these two methods. The system should have the following features: 1. be able to function not only as a 96 well fluorometer but also have the capability to act as a 96 well spectrophotometer when required. a. it must have the ability to measure UV absorbance at 260/280nm and at 260/230nm. 2. have very low crosstalk (7x or less) between wells for accurate quantification. This is vital because of the downstream processes it will be used for, namely quantification of libraries for both second and third generation sequencing technologies, which require very accurate amounts of DNA to be added to these systems. 3. be compatible with the Maxwell(r) RSC Instrument allowing quantification of nucleic acids extracted by this system. 4. be compact and suitable for bench top use. 5. have a fast read speed, ideally no more than 3-5 minutes. 6. have an integrated tablet PC along with a user-friendly intuitive software. 7. be compatible with standard UK power supply. 8. have the option for a comprehensive service agreement and preventative maintenance visits. Delivery and Installation Requirements: Please ensure that delivery lead times are contained within the proposal. It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2023 to ensure payment by end of the financial year. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership. The equipment is required to be delivered/installed to Cefas, Weymouth DT4 8UB for the attention of Rose Kerr. All pricing provided must be inclusive of delivery 'INCOTERM DDP' if item is being imported (please advise). Training: Introduction to the relevant staff after installation. Servicing and Warranty: Warranties will start from the point of acceptance of delivery. To view this opportunity please go to https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome You will need to log in or create a new supplier account. The opportunity can then be found by searching 'C5268 CEFAS22-112 RFQ for compact bench top 96 well fluorometer and spectrophotometer' via the Find Opportunities function.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-88a4eed8-2740-46de-b13d-4cfa978f4b68
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27520b38-8048-410d-91b7-f5fa918723ae
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

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 1-6 months
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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