Tender

CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

14 Dec 2021 at 09:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of a spectrofluorometer under the title "CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer". This acquisition, valued at £25,000, is specifically aimed at supporting hydrocarbon analysis within various government monitoring programmes. The tender is categorised under "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" and is to be delivered to Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory located in the East of England. Interested bidders should note that the tender submission period will close on 11th January 2022, with the delivery of the equipment required by the week commencing 21st March 2022.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instrumentation. Companies that manufacture or supply optical and precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in delivering high-performance spectrometers, would find this tender well-suited. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process includes provisions for smaller businesses, enhancing their chances to engage in government contracts that could foster growth and expand their market reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer

Notice Description

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one (1) spectrofluorometer to support hydrocarbon analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of simultaneously scanning excitation and emission wavelengths to produce synchronous fluorescence spectra. Cefas require: - 1 x spectrofluorometer capable of synchronous scanning of excitation and emission wavelengths (Minimal scanning wavelength range 200 to 750 nm) - High-speed scanning - High sensitivity signal-to-noise ratio 1000 or above (RMS) - Long life Xenon lamp - Minimum of four cuvettes compatible with analysis of fluorescing hydrocarbons in organic solvent (pentane) - Auto-zero capability to subtract solvent response - Controller PC with operating software compatible with current MS Windows versions (MS Windows10/11) - Ability to save results as data files. Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of Financial Year 21-22. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-898d04aa-4fb1-4af8-aac3-d7f009dd637a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbeae2ed-4334-4bd2-aa2a-5ae6b0c0a62e
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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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