Tender

1233/LF Electrophysiology Microscope system

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting an open tender for the acquisition of an electrophysiology microscope system aimed at supporting a new research laboratory in the Department of Biomedical Science. The tender is part of two linked opportunities and is classified under the industry category of microscopes. The closing date for submissions is 15th September 2015 at 12 noon (UK time), with the anticipated contract start date on 1st October 2015 and running until 30th November 2015. Interested suppliers must register on the University’s e-tendering system to access the full specifications and documents.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instruments to expand their market presence. Companies that can provide adaptable, modular solutions, particularly those with experience in supporting research in sensory processing and neurological studies, would be well-suited to compete. Suppliers are encouraged to offer competitive pricing and may benefit from submitting bids for both related tenders to increase their chances of securing a contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1233/LF Electrophysiology Microscope system

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Biomedical Science for a an electrophysiology microscope system . We are currently setting up a new laboratory with a research programme focused on the study of sensory processing and learning & memory, combining studies at molecular, cellular, systems, and behavioural levels. During this start-up stage of the laboratory, we require an adaptable, modular and inexpensive electrophysiology microscope system for recording from Drosophila neurons in vivo. This tender is one of 2 separate but interlinked tenders that contribute towards our investment in setting up a new laboratory in our Department of Biomedical Science. The linked tender is 1232/LF Multi photon microscope. We recognise that some suppliers may only be able to bid against one of the tenders and others may wish to bid for both. If you are bidding against both tenders we would encourage you to provide details of any additional discounts that would be available to us in the relevant pricing tables. This is a non-EU, open procurement procedure. The ITT and full specification and supporting documents can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend portal. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. The closing date for return of tenders is 15th September 2015 at 12 noon (UK time) Additional information: This is an open tender The Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend correspondence facility. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b620a984-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b693450-dd6f-417e-bd78-daf5bfa4bc72
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2015 - 30 Nov 2015 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
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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