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Cefas: RFQ: High pressure microwave digestion system for trace metals analysis

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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05 Jun 2020 at 11:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently seeking tenders for the procurement of a high pressure microwave digestion system, aimed at supporting trace metals analysis within the Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas in Lowestoft, England. The tender is classified under the industry category "Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens," with a budget set at £15,000. The tender was published on 5th June 2020, and interested parties must submit their bids by the deadline of 19th June 2020. The contract period is expected to commence on 29th June 2020 and run until 29th June 2021. This procurement follows an open procedure, specifically designed for below-threshold purchases, ensuring broad participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply and installation of laboratory equipment, as it aims to fulfil essential analytical needs for government monitoring programs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific equipment manufacturing and provide installation services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Companies with experience in delivering advanced laboratory solutions, especially those capable of supplying high pressure microwave systems and their necessary components, are encouraged to participate in this procurement process to foster their business growth.

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Notice Title

Cefas: RFQ: High pressure microwave digestion system for trace metals analysis

Notice Description

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one high pressure digestion microwave to support trace metals analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of fully digesting sediment samples using strong acids (including hydrofluoric acid) for the analysis of trace metals by ICP. Requirement: 1. 1 x High pressure microwave system for inorganic samples including temperature control sensors and control system 2. 1 x Full set of reaction vessels for acid digestion, vessel rack and turntable.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eb8eb79b-b56e-4e27-9e12-18ceca31bf67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bbb0bc2-3c1f-4a77-8b14-abaf64a3c425
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

42 - Industrial machinery

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2020 - 29 Jun 2021 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Chloe Halifax
Contact Email
chloe.halifax@cefas.co.uk
Contact Phone
0

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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