Tender

CEFAS21-49 RFQ Knifemaker

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

05 Mar 2021 at 13:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CEFAS21-49 RFQ Knifemaker" is being conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focused on delivering high-precision laboratory equipment necessary for bio-science applications in electron microscopy. This open procurement method is categorized under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with a total contract value of £10,000. The tender period closes on 12th March 2021, and the expected contract period is from 19th March to 31st March 2021, covering delivery in locations including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in the production of laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those that can meet the specific technical requirements outlined in the tender, such as minimal vibrations during the glass breaking process and ease of handling. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) should consider participating, as the procurement is tailored to enhance their involvement. Companies with innovative solutions in high-precision machinery or those experienced in supplying goods to the scientific community will be well-suited to compete effectively in this process.

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Notice Title

CEFAS21-49 RFQ Knifemaker

Notice Description

The equipment must be appropriate for bio-science applications in the field of electron microscopy. Features should include: - Easy and safe handling of the square as well as the finished knives. - Mechanical construction to achieve a balanced break. - Vibrations free casting. - Should be delivered ready to score and break the glass for every operation without any adjustment of micrometre drivers prior to each break. - Equipment should intrinsically allow for symmetrical breaking; this should be very precise with no backlash. - Breaking head should be via a clamping lever with defined clamping position. - Simplicity of score action of glass if possible, with and auto reset for the next score. - Breaking head which applies symmetrical force to both side of the glass. - Breaking wheel with scale. - High precision glass strip support. - Facility to rotate the glass square precisely to help ensure high quality knives. - Easy access of scoring pressure adjustment. - Fast learning curve - very easy to learn and use. - Any system to avoid accidental misalignment is preferred. PLEASE VISIT: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/4979079001780292B202 Additional information: Bravo E-tendering Portal - managing procurement on behalf of Cefas https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Thank you for your interest in tendering for this requirement, You will need to access the documents through Bravo Solutions portal using the link provided. If you are new to Bravo, you are required to register as a supplier: 1) Visit https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose (usually your email address) and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email (check spam filters if this does not arrive in a timely manner) with your unique password (please keep this secure). You can then log onto the system and change your password. Once these step are completed you can apply for any tender on Bravo using these details. 2) To read the full details or apply for a tender: - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are opportunities open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. (This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page) within your Bravo account. - Access the tender information by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. 3) Responding to the tender: - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the requirements to upload a successful Tender. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) - Once all information is complete, you can then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. Please give yourself enough time to complete this before the deadline. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the e-Tendering help desk. Please direct all questions and queries to Cefas using the message function of the portal, including any clarification questions. This is to ensure no questions are missed and that all answers can be shared with all interested suppliers at the same time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-96661425-1de0-4fa7-a1b7-be7d6206aa6f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c67ee2e6-7e7e-4d66-ae95-9550a4f29196
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)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

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

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

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