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DAERA - AFBI - CSB purchase of Liquid-Chromatographic Mass-Spectrometers (LC-MS/MS) 2023/24

AFBI Stormont

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22 Feb 2024 at 14:48

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13 Dec 2023 at 16:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Agriculture, Environment, and Rural Affairs (DAERA), through the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI), initiated a tender for the purchase of Liquid-Chromatographic Mass-Spectrometers (LC-MS/MS) in 2023/24. This procurement, categorised under laboratory and optical equipment, aims to acquire these instruments for AFBI's research and testing needs. The procurement process is in an active status, with a deadline set for 31st March 2024. The tender comprises two lots, each with specific requirements and warranty conditions.

This tender by AFBI presents an opportunity for contractors specialising in the supply, delivery, installation, and maintenance of scientific equipment to engage in a competitive bidding process. Businesses experienced in dealing with laboratory instruments, particularly Liquid Chromatograph-Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometers, are well-suited to participate. The open procurement method allows for fair competition, and successful contractors will have the opportunity to secure contracts to provide these essential scientific instruments to AFBI for their research activities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DAERA - AFBI - CSB purchase of Liquid-Chromatographic Mass-Spectrometers (LC-MS/MS) 2023/24

Notice Description

AFBI require a Contractor{s) for the supply, delivery, installation, warranty, and training of staff in the use of Liquid Chromatograph - Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometers (LC-MS/MS). This tender comprises two Lots: Lot 1: one LC-MS/MS instrument purchased with 4 years' additional warranty covering breakdown support and an annual preventive maintenance visit. which must be delivered on or before 31st March 2024. Lot 2: two LC-MS/MS instruments with one year's warranty covering breakdown support and an annual preventive maintenance visit which must be delivered on or before 31st March 2024. In order to future proof both Lots the client has also included other elements to the contract such as additional extended warranty and the ability to purchase additional instruments within the first 12 months of commissioning of the instruments in both Lots; all of which will be subject to need, budgetary approval and agreement between both parties. There are no restrictions on the number of Lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for one, two or both Lots as they wish subject to their ability to meet all the requirements for each Lot as detailed in the Tender Documents. See all tender documents for further information.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AFBI require a Contractor{s) for the supply, delivery, installation, warranty, and training of staff in the use of Liquid Chromatograph - Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometers (LC-MS/MS). This tender comprises two Lots: Lot 1: one LC-MS/MS instrument purchased with 4 years' additional warranty covering breakdown support and an annual preventive maintenance visit. which must be delivered on or before 31st March 2024. Lot 2: two LC-MS/MS instruments with one year's warranty covering breakdown support and an annual preventive maintenance visit which must be delivered on or before 31st March 2024. In order to future proof both Lots the client has also included other elements to the contract such as additional extended warranty and the ability to purchase additional instruments within the first 12 months of commissioning of the instruments in both Lots; all of which will be subject to need, budgetary approval and agreement between both parties. There are no restrictions on the number of Lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for one, two or both Lots as they wish subject to their ability to meet all the requirements for each Lot as detailed in the Tender Documents. See all tender documents for further information. Additional information: Please note, the estimated value detailed in II.2.7 Estimated value above includes the estimate for whole potential value of this Lot which includes all elements associated with future proofing the contract as detailed in the tender documents including: Lot 1:One initial instrument including warranty for years 2-5 and, Addition warranty years 6-10, Two additional instruments, Years 2-10 additional warranty if a further two instruments are purchased. AFBI will avail of some or all of the above if funding becomes available, subject to need and on agreement between the AFBI and the Contractor,

Options: Lots 1: up to 5 options to extend for 12 months for extended warranty and servicingLot 2: up to 9 options to extend for 12 months for extended warranty and servicing

Lot 2

AFBI require a Contractor{s) for the supply, delivery, installation, warranty, and training of staff in the use of Liquid Chromatograph - Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometers (LC-MS/MS). This tender comprises two Lots: Lot 1: one LC-MS/MS instrument purchased with 4 years' additional warranty covering breakdown support and an annual preventive maintenance visit. which must be delivered on or before 31st March 2024. Lot 2: two LC-MS/MS instruments with one year's warranty covering breakdown support and an annual preventive maintenance visit which must be delivered on or before 31st March 2024. In order to future proof both Lots the client has also included other elements to the contract such as additional extended warranty and the ability to purchase additional instruments within the first 12 months of commissioning of the instruments in both Lots; all of which will be subject to need, budgetary approval and agreement between both parties. There are no restrictions on the number of Lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for one, two or both Lots as they wish subject to their ability to meet all the requirements for each Lot as detailed in the Tender Documents. See all tender documents for further information. Additional information: Please note, the estimated value detailed in II.2.7 Estimated value above includes the estimate for whole potential value of this Lot which includes all elements associated with future proofing the contract as detailed in the tender documents including:. One initial instrument including warranty for years 2-5 and. * Addition warranty years 6-10 * Two additional instruments * Years 2-10 additional warranty if a further two instruments are purchased. AFBI will avail of some or all of the above if funding becomes available, subject to need and on agreement between the AFBI and the Contractor

Options: Lot 1: 5 optional extension periods of 12 months for extended servicing Lot 2: 9 optional extension periods of 12 months for extended servicing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042568
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005822-2024
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

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

38432000 - Analysis apparatus

38432200 - Chromatographs

38433000 - Spectrometers

38433100 - Mass spectrometer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,560,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,560,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£654,461 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Feb 20242 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AFBI Stormont
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT4 3SD
Postcode Area
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
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Stormont
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES LDA UK LIMITED

Further Information

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