Tender

CEFAS21-124 RFQ for Gas Chromatograph - Electron Capture Detector (GC-ECD)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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16 Dec 2021 at 13:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal is for the supply of a Gas Chromatograph with Electron Capture Detector (GC-ECD), identified as CEFAS21-124. This tender falls under the goods category and is classified within the industry of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is active and was published on 16th December 2021. Interested parties should note that the tender period ends on 13th January 2022, with the contract set to commence on 20th January 2022 and concludes on 31st March 2022. Delivery of the offered equipment is required at the Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory in the East of England before or during the week commencing 21st March 2022, with a total budget of £35,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing advanced chromatographic systems. Companies with experience in manufacturing or supplying gas chromatographs and related technologies will find this an ideal opportunity for growth. The requirement for new equipment, with an emphasis on installation and extended support, suggests that suppliers who can ensure reliable delivery and long-term maintenance will be well-positioned to compete in this open procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS21-124 RFQ for Gas Chromatograph - Electron Capture Detector (GC-ECD)

Notice Description

There is a requirement for a gas chromatograph with electron capture detection system (GC-ECD) to maintain Cefas' capability for specialist environmental contaminants determination at trace and ultra-trace level in the marine environment. The capability will enable the targeted analysis of known halogenated Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) (such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and organochlorine pesticides), in a variety of sample matrices including sediments and biota (e.g. fish, shellfish or aquatic mammals). The system proposed by the Tenderer must be new with guaranteed support of parts, firmware and software of 10 years or more. The GC-ECD system will consist of the following parts: 1. Two (2) automated sample introduction system 2. One (1) Gas Chromatograph (GC) with two (2) Electron Capture Detectors 3. Chromatographic data system The system must be supplied with all parts required for installation to integrate with existing facilities so that it is fully operational on installation. The system is to be installed and tested by trained engineers to assure that the components and system are functioning properly and that the installation specifications are met. 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 FY. 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. The equipment is required to be delivered/installed to Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory NR33 0HT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d55ad6d3-06b3-4f20-a367-b6c25848d941
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b738177a-fbb1-45de-9320-119600392deb
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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)

38432200 - Chromatographs

38432210 - Gas chromatographs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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