Tender

CEFAS23-67 ITT for provision of ATR-FTIR instruments for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

CEFAS

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Tender

20 Oct 2023 at 12:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The tender issued by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) seeks to procure Attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (ATR-FTIR) instruments for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP). The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a deadline for submission set for November 21, 2023. The contracting authority is based in Lowestoft, GB, and operates within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category. The contract is valued at £250,000 and is being conducted through an open procedure (above threshold), with the contract period expected to run from December 12, 2023, to March 31, 2025.

This opportunity for the provision of ATR-FTIR instruments presents a chance for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and installation services to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in research laboratory services could find this tender particularly suitable for business growth. The procurement offers an opportunity for selected organisations in countries such as Ghana and Bangladesh to enhance their microplastics analysis capabilities, contributing to the broader goals of the Ocean Country Partnership Programme in marine pollution mitigation and the establishment of Marine Protected Areas.

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Notice Title

CEFAS23-67 ITT for provision of ATR-FTIR instruments for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

Notice Description

The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) was announced in 2021 as a key bilateral aid programme under the PS500m Blue Planet Fund. The OCPP is a UK Government-led programme delivered under the Blue Planet Fund. Through this programme, Cefas, in partnership with the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), provide technical assistance to support countries in tackling marine pollution, support sustainable seafood practices, and establish designated, well-managed and enforced Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Cefas require provision of multiple Attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (ATR- FTIRs) as part of the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) programme across multiple countries. Portable ATR-FTIRs are required to ensure the delivery of key tasks for this project including the creation of microplastic laboratory facilities in-country, for the identification of plastics in environmental samples. ATR-FTIR spectroscopy is a useful technique for measuring the infrared spectra of solids and liquids as well as probing adsorption on particle surfaces. The ATR- FTIR will be used by the OCPP participating countries during their microplastic monitoring programmes for cross analysis and polymer identification for quality assessment and quality control purposes. Installation and training onsite by the successful Tenderer will contribute towards the capacity building for microplastics analysis. At present, Cefas require provision of 3 units for the following organisations: 1. Ghana - The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) 2. Ghana - Centre for Coastal Management (CCM) based at the University of Cape Coast 3. Bangladesh - Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh The anticipated value for the purchase of the 3 currently required units is PS80-90k. Cefas may require further ATR-FTIR units for other locations under this programme of work and this Contract will cover provision of additional units up to a total Contract value of PS250,000. Please note that any purchase beyond the current requirement of 3 units is not guaranteed. To view this opportunity please go to https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome You will need to log in or create a new supplier account. The opportunity can then be found searching 'CEFAS23-67 ITT for provision of ATR-FTIR instruments for the OCPP' via the find opportunities function.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7611036-eb83-4808-8be6-0ededa0c7b0c
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

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

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Dec 2023 - 31 Mar 2025 1-2 years
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
CEFAS
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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