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title: "CEFAS21-14 RFQ Fluorescence Spectrophotometer"
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# CEFAS21-14 RFQ Fluorescence Spectrophotometer

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e603d5f-d035-4b17-a392-9974821634e4

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## Summary

The procurement process involved the acquisition of a Fluorescence Spectrophotometer by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. The tender, identified as CEFAS21-14, falls under the goods category related to Spectrometers and had an expected value of £31,000. The procurement was classified as an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 8 February 2021. The contract period spanned from 1 March 2021 to 31 March 2021, with delivery expected in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in spectroscopy or analytical instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those capable of meeting the technical specifications outlined in the procurement details. The nature of the equipment needed supports a diverse range of suppliers, making this an attractive avenue for companies looking to expand their market presence in the scientific goods sector.

## Notice

Fluorescence spectrophotometer (and compatible software) with an excitation and emission wavelength between 200 to 900nm, with capacity for cuvette (single/multi) and standard plate reader. Plate shaking and cuvette stirring are essential and temperature control preferred. Easy access to the plate reader is also essential to allow for reagent/sample addition while running assays. The compatible software should support Windows 10 and allow for parameters setting for specific reactions at the user end. Other procured features include automatic data saving and export to Windows supported programmes, kinetic, standard curve and calibration calculations, samples information and reporting system. Optional features also include absorbance reading mode for cuvette (single/multi) within 300 to 800 nm.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbcb8e77-708e-47ad-8bc9-19a668f60cfa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HORIBA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2021 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbcb8e77-708e-47ad-8bc9-19a668f60cfa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbcb8e77-708e-47ad-8bc9-19a668f60cfa
  24th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cefas.co.uk

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