Tender

GB-Glasgow: Supply of Flow Cytometers

SCOTTISH WATER

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Tender

17 Jan 2020 at 14:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Water is seeking to procure three flow cytometers through a selective negotiated procedure as part of its flow cytometry upgrade project aimed at enhancing water sample analysis for public health protection. The tender, titled "GB-Glasgow: Supply of Flow Cytometers", is currently in the Tender stage and will close on 13 February 2020. The contract is estimated to be valued between £100,000 and £500,000, with the delivery required in Scotland. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 1 May 2020 and run until 30 April 2027.

This tender presents growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) equipped with the necessary technology and expertise in laboratory equipment. Companies that specialise in advanced optical or precision laboratory instruments may find this tender particularly relevant, especially those that can provide comprehensive support and training for flow cytometry methods. Engaging in this process not only allows for participation in significant public sector contracts but also strengthens supply capabilities in the ever-important field of regulatory compliance monitoring.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Glasgow: Supply of Flow Cytometers

Notice Description

Scottish Water Scientific Services is responsible for collecting and analysing water and wastewater samples for regulatory compliance monitoring and operational purposes. The laboratory is accredited to ISO17025 and ISO14001. The Microbiology laboratory currently follows a method describing the detection and assessment of the total (LIVE and DEAD) and intact (LIVE) bacteria cell numbers of potable water samples using a flow cytometer. The flow cytometer applies a laser beam to the sample and detects fluorescent signals emitted from stained cells. Two DNA intercalating dyes are used to stain the cells depending on their condition and distinguish between intact and compromised cells. As part of Scottish Water's flow cytometry upgrade project, we have been asked to evaluate our flow cytometry capabilities to ensure public health protection. It is important that our laboratory continues to focus on shortening analysis times whilst retaining limits of detection/recoveries. Scottish Water are looking into purchasing three Flow cytometers capable of rapid detection of total and intact bacteria cell numbers in potable water providing minimal variation whilst minimising sample loss to provide increased productivity. The technical assessment will be made on the information provided during laboratory demonstrations and the responses to this tender specification. The evidence provided should include a summary of the data produced in the laboratory demonstration (highlighting reproducibility, precision, instrument sensitivity and accuracy, robustness and potential time saving. The responses to the questions in this tender document should be comprehensive and should include all details of any software provided, and training provided, support for the method implementation, and instrument specification. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eccb55c4-49d2-4c8a-b59b-1c6a67a196f4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2027 Over 5 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
SCOTTISH WATER
Contact Name
Lee Mathers
Contact Email
lee.mathers@scottishwater.co.uk
Contact Phone
+447483324019

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G33 6FB
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM34 North Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
North Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Stepps, Chryston and Muirhead
Westminster Constituency
Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch

Further Information

Notice Documents

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