Tender

(NU/1284) Supply & Installation of a Microfluidics System with integrated High Resolution Fluorescence Microscope for Modelling Microbial Biofilms

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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13 Apr 2017 at 09:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Newcastle is conducting an open tender for the supply and installation of a microfluidics system with an integrated high-resolution fluorescence microscope, which is intended for modelling microbial biofilms. The contract, valued at £160,000, aims to enhance research capabilities by providing equipment that facilitates the imaging of biofilms in a controlled environment. The tender period is set to conclude on 22 May 2017, with the contract period commencing on 9 June 2017 and running until 9 October 2017. This opportunity is categorised under laboratory and optical precision equipment and is located in the North East of England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment supply and installation, particularly those with capabilities in high-tech optical systems. Companies equipped to offer training and after-sales support, as outlined in the tender requirements, will be well-positioned to compete. Given the advanced nature of the requested equipment, firms with experience in microfluidics and microscopy technologies are especially suited for participation, which could facilitate growth by establishing long-term partnerships with a leading academic institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1284) Supply & Installation of a Microfluidics System with integrated High Resolution Fluorescence Microscope for Modelling Microbial Biofilms

Notice Description

The University is tendering for the purchase of a microfluidics system with integrated high resolution fluorescence microscope capable of culturing microbial biofilms in multiple parallel channels under uniform shear flow, and obtaining high resolution images of the biofilms. The system will be used for repeatedly imaging biofilms as they form and for obtaining 3-dimensional image reconstructions of biofilms. The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and installation of equipment and as detailed in the Invitation to Tender to the University, with after-sales support and 12 months warranty and maintenance and all training necessary for safe and reliable operation of the system including sufficient familiarisation on-site to enable routine use of the system to start immediately on completion of installation and a complete set of operating and maintenance documents. Further service contracts and warranties may also be purchased. Additional information: The University will use its Due North e-tendering portal, Pro Contract, to conduct this tendering exercise. All information regarding this opportunity can be found on the portal. Details on how to register an interest, access the information and submit a proposal can be found at: https://procontract.duenorth.com/Login as detailed in the Contact Points above. Please note that first time suppliers to the University will need to register on the system before they are able to access this opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f69e5ae1-2dbe-4fcf-b800-eefc319309ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/366c0547-de94-41ad-a76e-c35eead2b02d
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jun 2017 - 9 Oct 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
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Dave Anderson
Contact Email
dave.anderson@ncl.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1912225360

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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