Tender

Purchase of an Isothermal Titration Calorimeter At LANCASTER UNIVERISTY

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Tender

27 Jan 2025 at 15:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is conducting a tender process for the purchase, delivery, and installation of an Isothermal Titration Calorimeter (ITC) system at their Bailrigg Campus in Lancaster (postcode LA1 4YW). The ITC system is intended to support research in the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences, as well as the Departments of Chemistry, Engineering, and Physics over the next ten years. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with the tender expected to close on 21 February 2025, and the contract period starting from 7 March 2025 to 6 March 2027. The estimated contract value is £112,000, and the procurement method used is an open procedure above the threshold for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of advanced laboratory equipment to contribute to cutting-edge research at a reputable institution. Companies with expertise in the delivery and installation of scientific instruments, as well as those offering comprehensive training and support services, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. With potential for further purchases dependent on future funding, successful participation could lead to long-term business growth and collaboration with Lancaster University. Businesses should take note of the key capabilities required for the ITC system, including user-friendly operation, advanced data analysis, and training for initial users.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of an Isothermal Titration Calorimeter At LANCASTER UNIVERISTY

Notice Description

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the supply, delivery and installation of an Isothermal Titration Calorimeter (ITC) system. A key feature of the equipment will be the ability to measure biomolecular interactions and accurately determine their affinity, enthalpy, entropy and stoichiometry over a wide range of affinities. The system should provide user-friendly operation and data analysis, and training of the initial users must be included. The ITC will be delivered and set up in laboratory space within the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences and is anticipated to also support the research needs of the Departments of Chemistry, Engineering and Physics over the next ten years. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. There could be a requirement for further purchases, dependent on future funding. Lancaster University reserves the right not to award a contract following this tender, nor does it bind itself to accept the lowest price or any quotation. The contract awarded shall not be split in multiple suppliers to fulfil the options. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c26735c2-ba1c-4a3b-92d9-4cab28ac5f36
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

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£112,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Mar 2025 - 6 Mar 2027 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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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