Tender

CEFAS21-14 RFQ Fluorescence Spectrophotometer

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

29 Jan 2021 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal as the buying organisation, seeking tenders for the "CEFAS21-14 RFQ Fluorescence Spectrophotometer" in the installation services of laboratory equipment industry category. Located in the East of England, this tender is currently in the open stage of the procurement process, with a deadline for submissions set for 8th February 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £31,000 and it follows an open procurement method, suitable for a variety of suppliers.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment. Companies that manufacture or supply fluorescence spectrophotometers or related scientific instrumentation are well-positioned to compete. Given that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, this contract could enable them to expand their market presence and foster relationships within the scientific community.

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Notice Title

CEFAS21-14 RFQ Fluorescence Spectrophotometer

Notice Description

1. Fluorescence spectrophotometer (and compatible software) with an excitation and emission wavelength between 200 to 900nm, with capacity for cuvette (single/multi) and standard plate reader. Plate shaking and cuvette stirring are essential and temperature control preferred. Easy access to the plate reader is also essential to allow for reagent/sample addition while running assays. The compatible software should support Windows 10 and allow for parameters setting for specific reactions at the user end. Other procured features include automatic data saving and export to Windows supported programmes, kinetic, standard curve and calibration calculations, samples information and reporting system. Optional features also include absorbance reading mode for cuvette (single/multi) within 300 to 800 nm. DOWNLOAD FULL PACKAGE AT: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/3892247301774E23A174 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-b5fd17-9b078218-0981-41df-804a-f7c228eb76d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31d1d542-9eb9-4b46-9667-bbdea4e68339
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

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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