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Cefas: RFQ: High pressure microwave digestion system for trace metals analysis

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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22 Jul 2020 at 11:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the tender titled "Cefas: RFQ: High pressure microwave digestion system for trace metals analysis." This project falls under the laboratory furniture industry category, located in Lowestoft, East of England. The procurement is at the Award stage, with the contract period starting on 29 June 2020 and ending on 27 July 2020. The open procedure, deemed below threshold, had a total contract value of £17,000 and required submissions to be completed by 19 June 2020.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those that can provide high-pressure microwave digestion systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with experience in analytical chemistry and instrumentation may find this contract particularly advantageous. Suppliers well-versed in providing scientific equipment and those able to meet stringent specifications for trace metals analysis will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cefas: RFQ: High pressure microwave digestion system for trace metals analysis

Notice Description

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one high pressure digestion microwave to support trace metals analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of fully digesting sediment samples using strong acids (including hydrofluoric acid) for the analysis of trace metals by ICP. Requirement: 1. 1 x High pressure microwave system for inorganic samples including temperature control sensors and control system 2. 1 x Full set of reaction vessels for acid digestion, vessel rack and turntable.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a81030b9-c248-4985-860b-dca049764248
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/839c4fad-4625-4693-976f-265f969fbcd1
Current Stage
Award
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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39180000 - Laboratory furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2020 - 27 Jul 2020 30 days
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
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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