Tender

Invitation to Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Micro Balance

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

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Tender

23 Nov 2016 at 10:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chester is currently inviting tenders for the supply, delivery, and installation of a Micro Balance, intended for use with a CHNS/O analyser. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on precision balances, and is located in Chester, England. The tender period concludes on 7th December 2016 at 10:00 AM, with the anticipated contract period starting on 12th December 2016 and running until 28th February 2017. Interested suppliers should note that the estimated value of the contract ranges from £8,000 to £15,000, and the procurement is being conducted through their e-tendering portal, In-Tend.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and installation of laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in precision balances and analytical instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process allows for competitive submissions that could lead to long-term collaborations with the University. Companies that can ensure compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the tender documents and provide high-quality service will be well-positioned to succeed in this bidding opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Micro Balance

Notice Description

The University of Chester is inviting tenders for the supply, delivery and installation of one Micro Balance, primarily to be used to weigh samples for CHNS/O analyser, at Thornton Science Park, as detailed within the tender document. Dates and values provided are subject to change. This tender (and subsequent awarded contract), may also include any requirements that are funded by external bodies, inclusive of ERDF funded projects. Additional information: If you wish to participate in the opportunity please download the tender documents from the University's e-tendering portal, "In-Tend" - http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester. Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. Once registered, please download the tender documents. These must be completed and returned via the In-Tend portal by 10:00am on Wednesday, 7th December 2016. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview Alternatively, In-tend Support can help suppliers and is open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - 0845 557 8079 / 0114 407 0065 / support@in-tend.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/117a069c-dfcf-49d2-9c44-6c6b03493451
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

38310000 - Precision balances

42923110 - Balances

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
23 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Dec 2016 - 28 Feb 2017 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 CHESTER
Contact Name
Procurement Services
Contact Email
procurement@chester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH1 4BJ
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Chester City & the Garden Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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