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1920-59-RIS-LW - ERDF Funded - INVITATION TO TENDER FOR a Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) imaging Mass Spectrometer, micro Computerised Tomography (micro CT) scanner and Atomic Force Microscopy-Raman (AFM-Raman) Spectrometer

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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27 Aug 2021 at 10:26

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Tender

04 Feb 2021 at 17:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University is inviting tenders for the procurement of advanced scientific instruments, specifically a Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) imaging Mass Spectrometer, a micro Computerised Tomography (micro CT) scanner, and an Atomic Force Microscopy-Raman (AFM-Raman) Spectrometer. This tender falls under the category of instruments for checking physical characteristics, with a total value of £1,025,000. The procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, with the tender period having ended on 12 March 2021. The contract period is scheduled from 1 October 2021 to 30 September 2024, and will primarily benefit sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and agriculture, with delivery expected at the university's Sheffield location.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in producing high-precision scientific instruments, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that specialise in technology related to molecular analysis, imaging systems, or medical application development are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The project's focus on enhancing efficacy and safety testing, product compliance, and innovative product development could create significant growth potential for successful bidders in various sectors, including chemical manufacturing and healthcare.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1920-59-RIS-LW - ERDF Funded - INVITATION TO TENDER FOR a Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) imaging Mass Spectrometer, micro Computerised Tomography (micro CT) scanner and Atomic Force Microscopy-Raman (AFM-Raman) Spectrometer

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University has been awarded substantial funding by the European Regional Development Fund to create the Sheffield Testing Imaging and Characterisation Centre. As part of this funding instrumentation for Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Mass Spectrometry Imaging (MALDI-MSI) (Lot 1), High Resolution Benchtop Micro Computerised Tomography (Lot 2) and Atomic Force Microscopy-Raman (AFM-Raman) Spectroscopy (Lot 3) will be purchased. The project is receiving funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (and in London the intermediate body Greater London Authority) is the Managing Authority for European Regional Development Fund. Established by the European Union, the European Regional Development Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding The Northern Powerhouse is a key aspect of this Government's approach to addressing the productivity gap in the North and ensuring a stronger, more sustainable economy for all parts of the UK. Alongside over EUR1.5 billion of European Regional Development Fund support for businesses and communities across the North, the government has awarded PS3.4 billion in three rounds of Growth Deals across the Northern Powerhouse. The likely use of the MALDI Mass Spectrometer will be in the analysis of molecules in a range of biological and chemical samples. Industry sectors that this will impact will be: Chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, forensic testing, agricultural product manufacturers and food & beverage companies. The benefits / likely outcomes are efficacy and safety testing of existing or new products (validated research materials for marketing purposes, compliance with product regulations). Also, identification of mode of action of products (novel used of existing products). The likely use of the Integrated AFM-Raman Imaging System will be in biotech, pharmaceuticals, high precision engineering, NHS, and Private healthcare centres and SMEs developing new products. The likely use of the MicroCT (Computerised Tomography) Scanner will be in private healthcare centres and SMEs developing bone implants for downstream analysis. Companies undertaking R&D in biomaterials and bone material science applications in geology and environmental analysis. The benefits / likely outcomes are development of new materials for bone formation and regeneration. Non-destructive analysis of implants and testing of novel drugs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99dfed35-ddcf-4b3a-b72e-a35f3475b28f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01aea6fb-3f03-4609-bdca-ff3fa076fcd1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,025,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£424,744 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
26 Aug 2021 - 26 Aug 2024 3-4 years
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
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BLUESCIENTIFIC

HORIBA

Further Information

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