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(NU/1648) The Supply of Digital Imaging Systems for Chemiluminescent and Fluorescent Imaging of Membranes and Gels

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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18 Feb 2021 at 12:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Newcastle University involves the tender titled "(NU/1648) The Supply of Digital Imaging Systems for Chemiluminescent and Fluorescent Imaging of Membranes and Gels". This tender falls within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category. The main purchase is aimed at procuring two digital imaging systems to be used in the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the university's Newcastle location. The procurement method is selective, employing a competitive dialogue, with proposals to be submitted by 25th February 2021. The delivery and installation of the equipment are expected to commence on 2nd March 2021, with a contract duration of two years, ending on 3rd February 2023. The total budget allocated for this procurement is £50,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment, imaging technologies, and related services. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and reliable service support for equipment installation and maintenance would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. As the tender is split into two lots, suppliers have the flexibility to bid for one or both, allowing for various business sizes and capabilities to engage in this procurement process, thus stimulating growth within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1648) The Supply of Digital Imaging Systems for Chemiluminescent and Fluorescent Imaging of Membranes and Gels

Notice Description

Newcastle University requires two digital imaging systems (of differing specification) for imaging of nucleic acids and proteins in gels and membranes. The instruments are to be based in the Faculty of Medical Sciences on the second floor of the Catherine Cookson building and will accessible faculty-wide to all staff and students requiring such equipment. The scope of the contract is for the delivery, installation, and commissioning of two digital gel imaging systems to the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Newcastle University on the second floor of the Catherine Cookson building. Warranty is requested for one year and service cover for parts labour, and travel for on-site repairs and any associated software upgrades is requested for a further two years. The contract is advertised as two lots and suppliers may bid for one lot only or both lots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8dac0d9b-9d9e-4a86-a97e-9bcd35d11ae4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a168003c-cde0-4087-8184-8fdf06dffddd
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialog
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2021 - 3 Feb 2023 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
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Emma Barksby
Contact Email
emma.barksby@ncl.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1912086298

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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