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20 Jan 2021 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cardiff University involves the acquisition of a high-dimensional flow cytometer, classified under the goods category and identified by the CPV code for cytometers. The tender was published under an open procedure, and although the procurement status is complete, it is noted that the contract was recently awarded related to this process. The contract's value is approximately £318,829, with the signing taking place on 15 December 2020. The delivery location is aimed at Cardiff, and key specifications for the required equipment include advanced features for sample handling and data management.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-tech laboratory equipment, particularly those engaged in the field of cytometry and biological analysis. Companies that manufacture or provide support services for high-dimensional flow cytometers would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, firms with expertise in creating user-friendly data management systems and robust maintenance plans will likely find a competitive edge in this procurement process, as detailed specifications around installation and performance qualifications have been outlined.

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Notice Title

High-dimensional Flow Cytometer

Notice Description

The University requires a high-dimensional flow cytometer with the following specifications:- The installation and maintenance plan should include a PQ (performance qualification) and an OQ (operational qualification). The equipment should have at least a 5 laser configuration and one of the lasers must be a UV laser. There should be an indication of the number of fluorochromes that can be detected off each of the lasers. The instrument should have the ability to measure at least 21 parameters. The ability to run samples from 96- and 384-well plates is an important functionality that is essential. Evidence should be provided to indicate how quality control is achieved with the instrument. Individual user accounts should be able to be created. The instrument should have capacity for a large amount of data storage and the capability to easily back up data.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires a high-dimensional flow cytometer with the following specifications:- The installation and maintenance plan should include a PQ (performance qualification) and an OQ (operational qualification). The equipment should have at least a 5 laser configuration and one of the lasers must be a UV laser. There should be an indication of the number of fluorochromes that can be detected off each of the lasers. The instrument should have the ability to measure at least 21 parameters. The ability to run samples from 96- and 384-well plates is an important functionality that is essential. Evidence should be provided to indicate how quality control is achieved with the instrument. Individual user accounts should be able to be created. The instrument should have capacity for a large amount of data storage and the capability to easily back up data.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028bcf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001145-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38434510 - Cytometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£318,829 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cardiff University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 0DE
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Adamsdown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Becton Dickinson UK Ltd

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