Tender

3T MR scanner with high-performance gradients and full MNS capabilities_ITT1031

THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham is seeking tenders for the procurement of a 3T MR scanner with high-performance gradients and full MNS capabilities. This contract falls under the medical equipment category and is located in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom, with the tender period ending on 29th March 2019. The contract is intended for a turnkey solution involving both supply and installation, with the contract period expected to start on 1st May 2019 and extend until 1st August 2019. The procurement method used is an open procedure, which allows for a competitive bidding process above the applicable financial threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those able to provide high-end imaging solutions and technology. Companies that can demonstrate compliance, offer alternative solutions if required, and facilitate demonstrations are especially well-suited for this tender. Additionally, entities focused on research in translational MR imaging or those that can integrate their offerings with clinical scanning for NHS and private service providers may find this contract beneficial for expanding their market reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

3T MR scanner with high-performance gradients and full MNS capabilities_ITT1031

Notice Description

This is a requirement for a turnkey solution for the supply and installation of a new: 3T MR scanner with high-performance gradients and full MNS capabilities Alternative solutions: (e.g. Ex-demo, upgrades or the re-use of the existing magnet) will be considered but only in addition to a compliant new proposal submission. Bidders may propose any product / system which are equivalent or better than the requirements specified. o Bidders should provide sufficient documents evidence to support such alternative offer(s). ? Demos: Vendors to arrange asap UK/Europe site visit/demonstration of these features for customer evaluation during the tendering process. o Site demo test results to be repeated again to ensure same or better than demo test results/ tender proposal claim on Completion of customer Site Installation commissioning Acceptance Tests (SATs) The prime use of this scanner will be to undertake research in the field of translational MR imaging including experimental medicine and clinical trials. Research will focus on studies of the clinical brain connectome, whole-body physiology and metabolism to enable precision medicine. To support our research programme, we require high-end diffusion and functional MRI protocols, MNS capabilities with dynamic 13C single voxel MRS and CSI for in vivo DNP experiments. ? The scanner may also be used for clinical scanning for the NHS or private service providers. Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITY'S E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tendering. To EXPRESS INTEREST: Please first register on the eTendering system then Login and go to Tenders. Find the project scroll down to View Details and then scroll down to the Express Interest' button at the foot on the right hand side. NOTE: To make sure you receive our email notifications. to ensure our emails reach your inbox please add our email domain @in-tend.co.uk to your safe senders list and check your spam filter settings.. Once you have registered, log-in and go to Current Tenders/view printable details, then expressed interest in the project. Once you have registered, expressed interest in the project AND your EOI will be accepted and an email will automatically be sent notifying you (to the inserted publish email address at point of registration) that it has been accepted and a second email notifying you that the documents have been published to your site under 'My Tenders'. Internet Explorer (not Mozilla Firefox) should be used and pop ups must be allowed. All correspondence relating to this project should only be made through the e-Tendering web site. Click on CREATE NEW CORRESPONDENCE once you have logged on to the Web site and follow the instructions. Select send message via web option rather than 'by email' option as this is received by the host company not directly to UoN. HELP?: Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site (including if you get locked out), contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c957668-d7f8-40d0-8018-1bacf3e399d8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4de265fc-e420-4192-aba4-3afffd89faf4
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2019 - 1 Aug 2019 1-6 months
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG7 2RN
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Radford
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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