Tender

LAB1016AP Framework Agreement for the supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment

APUC LIMITED

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Tender

11 Apr 2018 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves APUC Limited, a central purchasing body based in Stirling, UK, seeking contractors through an open procedure for a framework agreement titled "LAB1016AP Framework Agreement for the supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment." The procurement is aimed at supplying essential laboratory equipment to UK Higher and Further Education Institutions, NHS Scotland, and other public-sector organisations. The tender period ends on 28 May 2018, with a total estimated contract value of £60 million. The contract covers eight distinct lots, including various types of chromatography and mass spectrometry equipment.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in mass spectrometry and chromatography, to secure contracts with public-sector entities. Companies providing related consumables and equipment servicing are also positioned to benefit from this framework agreement. Given the substantial budget and the diverse range of equipment specified, businesses with innovative solutions and comprehensive service offerings would be well-suited to compete for a place on this framework.

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Notice Title

LAB1016AP Framework Agreement for the supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the supply of mass spectrometry and chromatography equipment required for the efficient functioning of laboratories in UK Higher and Further Education Institutions, NHS Scotland and other Scottish Public-Sector Organisations. Products are divided into eight separate lots; mass spectrometry, gas chromatography, gas chromatography with mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry, forthcoming systems and modular/ combined systems, accessories and consumables and equipment servicing.

Lot Information

Mass Spectrometry

Including, but not limited to stand alone mass spectrometers (MS); inductively-coupled mass spectrometers (ICP-MS); capillary electrophoresis mass spectrometers (CE-MS); and other interfaces which are neither solely gas chromatography nor liquid chromatography.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Gas Chromatographs

Including, but not limited to: For example, Flameionisation, Electron capture detector and other detectors which are not specifically Mass Spectrometers.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Gas Chromatographs with Mass Spectrometers

Including, but not limited to: For example, Time of Flight (ToF); Quadropole (QMS) and other Gas Chromatography/ Mass Spectrometry equipment.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Liquid Chromatographs

Including, but not limited to: For example, Ultraviolet fluorescence and other detectors which are neither Gas Chromatography or Mass Spectrometry.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Liquid Chromatographs coupled with Mass Spectrometers

Including, but not limited to: Matrix assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI), ION trap and other Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry equipment.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Forthcoming Systems and Modular/Combined Systems

Any forthcoming technology which falls under the heading of Mass Spectrometry or Chromatography falls into this lot; as do any systems/interfaces/detectors made from a combination not mentioned in any of the other lots

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Related Consumables and Accessories

Any consumables or accessories which are specific to any of the equipment featured in any of the other lots in this Framework Agreement.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Equipment Servicing

Comprehensive or preventative maintenance of standard equipment out with the agreed warranty period.

Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000536351
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316498
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

38432200 - Chromatographs

38432210 - Gas chromatographs

38433100 - Mass spectrometer

38522000 - Chromatographic scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC LIMITED
Contact Name
Stephanie McAteer
Contact Email
smcateer@apuc-scot.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314428930

Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316498
    LAB1016AP Framework Agreement for the supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the supply of mass spectrometry and chromatography equipment required for the efficient functioning of laboratories in UK Higher and Further Education Institutions, NHS Scotland and other Scottish Public-Sector Organisations. Products are divided into eight separate lots; mass spectrometry, gas chromatography, gas chromatography with mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry, forthcoming systems and modular/ combined systems, accessories and consumables and equipment servicing.

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