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A Biophysical Suite for the Characterization of Biological Macromolecules and Nanoparticles in Solution

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Award

19 Nov 2021 at 17:00

Tender

13 Sep 2021 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is seeking to procure a biophysical instrument designed for the characterization of biological macromolecules and nanoparticles in solution, including determining their properties such as molar mass and size. This tender, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, has an estimated value of £428,000 and follows an open procurement method. The tender period concluded on 12th October 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 3rd January 2022 and to run until 28th February 2022. The procurement is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, reflecting the university's commitment to advancing research capabilities.

This opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in laboratory technology and instrumentation. By participating in this tender, businesses can expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with a prominent educational institution. The potential for innovation in biophysical exploration may attract companies involved in research and development of advanced scientific equipment, thereby fostering growth in the marketplace.

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Notice Title

A Biophysical Suite for the Characterization of Biological Macromolecules and Nanoparticles in Solution

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is looking to purchase a biophysical instrument for the characterization of macromolecules (e.g., protein complexes, protein-nucleic acid complexes, proteins, peptides, nucleic acids, viral vectors, and biopolymers etc) and nanoparticles in solution, to determine molar mass, size, charge, interaction, conformation and conjugation. Full details can be found within the ITT document which can be downloaded from our In-tend portal (see below). Additional information: All tender documents, correspondence messages and tender returns, must be downloaded and conducted via the In-tend site, through the link shown above.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dc2923b4-77af-4df7-91a8-c9c57fb1311d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36e2b00b-24e6-4350-9c9f-bacb664bf6e6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£428,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£428,363 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jan 2022 - 28 Feb 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WYATT TECHNOLOGY (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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