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QUB/2065/21 - Supply, Delivery, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of a Scanning Spectrofluorimeter

QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

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08 Jun 2021 at 11:01

Tender

22 Mar 2021 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

Queen's University Belfast is seeking suppliers for the "QUB/2065/21 - Supply, Delivery, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of a Scanning Spectrofluorimeter". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for spectroscopy devices. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period having ended on 21 April 2021. Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland (UKN06), this initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of their School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering with a diverse instrument tailored for various users.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the spectroscopy and scientific equipment sector, particularly those that specialise in advanced laboratory instruments. Given the technical specifications outlined, companies that excel in producing high-quality spectroscopy devices, including those capable of time-resolved and temperature-dependent measurements, will be well-positioned to compete effectively. Additionally, suppliers with solid track records in installation and maintenance services may find this contract particularly relevant, potentially leading to long-term collaboration as maintenance options extend beyond the initial purchase.

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Notice Title

QUB/2065/21 - Supply, Delivery, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of a Scanning Spectrofluorimeter

Notice Description

The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering wish to purchase a Scanning Spectrofluorimeter. This is intended to be an 'allround' instrument for the School, serving a diverse range of users in the School.The instrument is expected to have the ability to run single solid or liquid samples, as well as multiwell plates (96-well plates). Spectral coverage should range up to 980 nm with wavelength accuracy of at least +/- 1 nm. Ability to measure time-resolved, time-gated and temperature-dependent photo-excitation and emission spectra in the UV-Vis/Near InfraRed region, have the ability to measure excited state lifetime and quantum yield and should have phosphorescence and fluorescence lifetime measurement capabilities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering wish to purchase a Scanning Spectrofluorimeter. This is intended to be an 'allround' instrument for the School, serving a diverse range of users in the School.The instrument is expected to have the ability to run single solid or liquid samples, as well as multiwell plates (96-well plates). Spectral coverage should range up to 980 nm with wavelength accuracy of at least +/- 1 nm. Ability to measure time-resolved, time-gated and temperature-dependent photo-excitation and emission spectra in the UV-Vis/Near InfraRed region, have the ability to measure excited state lifetime and quantum yield and should have phosphorescence and fluorescence lifetime measurement capabilities.

Options: One-off Purchase with an option to extend maintenance beyond this period for a further period of up to 5 years or the end of useful life of the equipment

Renewal: One-off Purchase with an option to extend maintenance beyond this period for a further period of up to 5 years or the end of useful life of the equipment

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029dd3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012780-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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


CPV Codes

33114000 - Spectroscopy devices

33151300 - Spectrographs

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20214 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
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST
Contact Name
Kirsty Telford
Contact Email
k.telford@qub.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT7 1NN
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDINBURGH INSTRUMENTS

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