Tender

Phenotyping platform - plant water use efficiency by mass balance

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The University, Lancaster University, based in Lancaster, is conducting a tender for the provision of an integrated plant phenotyping platform to measure plant water use efficiency. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender closing on November 6th, 2023. The project location is at Bailrigg Campus in Lancaster, with a contract period from December 1st, 2023, to November 30th, 2025. The industry category involves laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a contract value of £135,000 GBP. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), and the University aims to create business opportunities for SMEs.

This public procurement contracting process by Lancaster University for a phenotyping platform presents an opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment industry to compete. SMEs that specialize in providing precision equipment and technologies related to plant phenotyping are well-suited to bid for this tender. The project offers a chance for business growth through supplying essential equipment to support plant physiology research and environmental sustainability efforts. Interested businesses should note the deadlines, location, and contract details to prepare a competitive bid for this innovative project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Phenotyping platform - plant water use efficiency by mass balance

Notice Description

The University is inviting tenders for the provision of an integrated plant phenotyping platform. The platform will measure plant water use efficiency using mass balance, integrated with control of fertigation regimes and measurement of microclimate. It will be one component of a Centre for Photosynthetic Diversity, jointly supported by the University and the Wolfson Foundation. The Centre is scheduled for scheduled for delivery by July 31st 2024, and may become part of a future UK phenotyping infrastructure. The platform will be installed within a controlled environment facility, in parallel with an automated imaging system designed to capture leaf area development and leaf biochemistry. The controlled environment facility and imaging system are tendered separately, and we anticipate a need for the platform supplier to work in concert with the manufacturers of these systems to ensure compatibility. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. There could be a requirement for further purchases, dependent on future funding. Lancaster University reserves the right not to award a contract following this tender, nor does it bind itself to accept the lowest price or any quotation. The contract awarded shall not be split in multiple suppliers to fulfil the options. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ddd0492-cdf0-4a1b-b6c9-64fce2ff6eeb
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2023 - 30 Nov 2025 2-3 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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Amanda Fryers
Contact Email
a.fryers@lancaster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1524594499

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YQ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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