This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Dec 2022 at 10:55

Tender

21 Oct 2022 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has completed the procurement process for a High-dimensional (HD) single cell analysis platform. This was a tender process for the procurement of goods in the industry category of cytometers. The University aimed to enhance its mass cytometry facility to conduct research in areas such as infection, immunity, cancer, and development. The awarded contract, valued at £350,000, was signed on December 13, 2022. The procurement method used was an open procedure with a focus on quality and cost criteria.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses involved in supplying cytometry equipment to engage with the University of Manchester. Companies that specialise in providing high-dimensional single cell analysis platforms would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The University of Manchester, as the buying organisation, has active engagement and clear communication channels for potential suppliers. The procurement stage has involved an award process with a specific review period to ensure transparency and fairness.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

High-dimensional (HD) single cell analysis platform

Notice Description

The University would like to enhance its mass cytometry facility with the procurement of a high dimensional single cell analysis platform in order to conduct research in key areas of infection and immunity, cancer and development. The ability to detect in excess of 40 biomarkers in a single cell suspension is a key requirement. Specification submitted to the tendering process will consist of instrument configurations that could support the anticipated applications. We will review submissions from all applicants whether they provide a solution to all of the specifications set out here.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University would like to enhance its mass cytometry facility with the procurement of a high dimensional single cell analysis platform in order to conduct research in key areas of infection and immunity, cancer and development. The ability to detect in excess of 40 biomarkers in a single cell suspension is a key requirement. Specification submitted to the tendering process will consist of instrument configurations that could support the anticipated applications. We will review submissions from all applicants whether they provide a solution to all of the specifications set out here.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0377f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035975-2022
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38434510 - Cytometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Dec 20223 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Standard BioTools UK Limited

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