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CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory, operating under the Defra Network eTendering Portal, has successfully awarded a contract titled "CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer" for a spectrofluorometer, valued at £18,423.20. This procurement is classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment (CPV code 38000000) and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The open tender process concluded on 12th January 2022, with the contract period starting from 20th January 2022 and running until 31st March 2022. Delivery was required before or during the week commencing 21st March 2022 to meet fiscal considerations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment and high-technology manufacturing. Companies that design and supply spectroscopic technology or similar scientific instruments would find this contract particularly suitable. Moreover, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as the contract's open procurement method fosters inclusive participation in government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer

Notice Description

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one (1) spectrofluorometer to support hydrocarbon analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of simultaneously scanning excitation and emission wavelengths to produce synchronous fluorescence spectra. Cefas require: - 1 x spectrofluorometer capable of synchronous scanning of excitation and emission wavelengths (Minimal scanning wavelength range 200 to 750 nm) - High-speed scanning - High sensitivity signal-to-noise ratio 1000 or above (RMS) - Long life Xenon lamp - Minimum of four cuvettes compatible with analysis of fluorescing hydrocarbons in organic solvent (pentane) - Auto-zero capability to subtract solvent response - Controller PC with operating software compatible with current MS Windows versions (MS Windows10/11) - Ability to save results as data files. Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of Financial Year 21-22. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a620ab6f-7f2e-465a-bb29-0077a3d576b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e33dd3f0-3450-48a5-8101-ecf3ec640b81
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,423 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,423 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procure@cefas.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHIMADZU

Further Information

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