--- title: "RFQ - BioCentrifuge and Rotors 129563" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY" published: "2025-01-20" --- # RFQ - BioCentrifuge and Rotors 129563 Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fd4dbcd-c060-4c23-b572-e8f9f3170664.json) ## Summary The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking quotations for a floor-standing centrifuge and compatible rotors for biological applications, under the tender title "RFQ - BioCentrifuge and Rotors 129563". This process falls under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" (CPV code 38000000) and is currently in the Tender stage. The procurement method employed is a limited, competitive quotation process, though it is below the threshold. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 5th February 2025, with the contract running from 10th March 2025 to 10th April 2025. The delivery location spans from the United Kingdom to various international regions, including the British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the production and supply of laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing customisable and advanced biological centrifuges and rotors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically noted as suitable candidates for this opportunity. The procurement requires equipment that meets stringent safety and operational specifications, including bio-safety, temperature control, and variable rotor compatibility, ensuring a high standard of product is sought. Winning this contract could help establish or expand a supplier's footprint within the scientific research market, particularly within high-profile institutions like the NPL. ## Notice The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a floor-standing centrifuge with a set of compatible rotors to be used for biological applications. The purpose is to perform key steps in cell culturing, protein production and DNA purification. These include, for example, collecting bacterial and mammalian cells from large-scale cell cultures, separation of cell debris from the soluble fraction of cell lysate, pelleting of DNA precipitate and removal of excess liquids in centrifugal and binding columns for protein and DNA purification. The centrifuge needs to be a floor-standing, bio-safe, temperature controlled, and compatible with all selected rotors. The centrifuge must be able to accommodate a range of volumes, up to 6 litres, and run with a variety speeds, up to at least 75,000 relative centrifugal force, when used with suitable rotors. The set of rotors must cover the required speeds, volumes, and bottle/tube requirements. The centrifuge must allow controlled centrifugation of biological solution and mixtures with following specs: 1) Temperature control of range from at least +0degC to +37degC during run, and continuous cooling feature after a run. 2) The centrifuge must be capable of variable centrifugation times. 3) The centrifuge must be equipped with an operating panel with start and stop buttons, options for centrifuge programming and ability to switch display speeds between revolutions per minute (RPM) and relative centrifugal force (RFC). 4) Equipped with an imbalance detector and automated stop of a run if imbalance is detected. 5) Rotor set-up requirement and respective in build max speed controls. 6) Compatibility with at least 4 different rotors and their possible adapters with the specifications set out below: 7) For pelleting large-scale cell cultures: A fixed-angle (15-25deg), bio-certified rotor and with a locking with capacity for at least 6x1000 mL / 95x191 mm reusable centrifugal bottles and at least 15,000 RFC. 8) For pelleting cell debris in solution: A fixed-angle (30-40deg), bio-certified, rotor and locking lid with capacity for at least 8x50 mL / 29x104 mm centrifugal tubes and minimum of 75,000 RFC. 9) For pelleting precipitated DNA: A fixed-angle (30-40deg), bio-certified, lightweight, rotor with a locking lid with capacity for minimum of 8x50mL standard conical tubes and at least 20,000 RFC. 10) For multipurpose use: Swinging bucket, bio-certified, rotor with anodized aluminium buckets designed for use with adapters to accommodate a wide range of tubes, plates and bottles, and at least 5,000 RFC with compatible adaptors: a. for at least 6 x 15 mL standard conical tubes per bucket b. for at least 6 x 50 mL standard conical tubes per bucket 11) The centrifuge and the set of rotors must have a lead time maximum of 6 weeks from when the order is placed. The equipment must be delivered and installed to the lab. 12) The obsolete centrifuge and its rotors must be disposed of by the new equipment supplier. Additional information: The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-tender portal to conduct the procurement process. All Bidders must register their company via the LUPC Bravo Portal. This can be done via the following link ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eefb77a0-5f57-4ac8-9e60-309f9a7a1228 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Mar 2025 - 10 Apr 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY | | Locality | TEDDINGTON | | Post town | Twickenham | | Postcode | TW11 0LW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West | | ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames | | Local authority | Richmond upon Thames | | Electoral ward | Teddington | | Westminster constituency | Twickenham | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 20 Jan 2025 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eefb77a0-5f57-4ac8-9e60-309f9a7a1228 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eefb77a0-5f57-4ac8-9e60-309f9a7a1228 20th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://help@bravosolution.co.uk All Bidders must register their company via the LUPC Bravo Portal. 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