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CEFAS21-147 RFQ for a cryogenic mill

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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04 Feb 2022 at 15:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cefas Lowestoft laboratory, part of the Defra Network eTendering Portal, has recently completed a procurement process titled "CEFAS21-147 RFQ for a cryogenic mill." This tender sought a cryogenic mill and associated consumables to support trace metals analysis, with the total contract value being £15,235. The procurement method was an open procedure below threshold. The contract period is set from 4th February 2022 until 31st March 2022. The required delivery location is in Lowestoft, in the East of England, with a previous deadline for bid submissions having ended on 26th January 2022.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of supplying grinding machines that meet the specified technical requirements. Companies with expertise in cryogenic technology and those who can provide comprehensive installation and operational support are particularly well-suited for participation. The focus on high-quality, new equipment indicates that established suppliers with a reputation in the field will have a competitive advantage, allowing them to grow their business through this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS21-147 RFQ for a cryogenic mill

Notice Description

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one cryogenic mill to support trace metals analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable to cryogenically grind up to 20 ml of sediment/sand and/or plastic pellet samples in preparation for chemical analysis. Requirement: 1. One (1) cryogenic mill 2. One (1) set of consumables to support the use of cryogenic mill 3. Costed as an option: One (1) closed liquid nitrogen system, including safe, continuous feeding system to cryogenic mill. The following features are required: - Grinding to a final fineness of ca 100um or below - 1 x feed of ca 20ml - Minimum feed size of 5mm - No interference with trace metals analysis of samples (i.e. Al, Fe, Cr, Ni, Cu, Zn, etc...) - Safe operation with minimal risks to liquid nitrogen handling - Low consumption of liquid nitrogen - Programmable grinding cycles that can be tailored for samples - If proposed, closed liquid nitrogen system to allow the grinding of ca 10-20 samples before Dewar refill. Please provide shelf life of the vessel. Equipment must be provided along with all additional items, fixtures and fittings required to make the equipment fully operational for the purposes it is required, taking into consideration: - All equipment will be supplied as new from high quality respected manufacturers and suppliers - Can meet the specification guaranteed to satisfy the requirements detailed in Schedule 1 - All equipment must be designed to operate in the conditions under which it will be used - Please provide pre-installation site requirements. 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 FY. The equipment is required to be delivered/installed to Cefas Lowestoft, NR33 0HT All pricing provided must be inclusive of delivery 'INCOTERM DDP' if item is being imported.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-93cae120-b482-4295-b428-e105f58522cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686eac51-0d87-40f1-8c8c-4c1c85559284
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

CPV Codes

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

43414000 - Grinding machines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,235 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,235 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Holly Power
Contact Email
procure@cefas.co.uk
Contact Phone
00

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VWR INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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