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title: "(NU/1472) The Supply, Installation and Maintenance of a Rack and Bottle Washer, Caging Facility and a Tanking System"
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# (NU/1472) The Supply, Installation and Maintenance of a Rack and Bottle Washer, Caging Facility and a Tanking System

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-14744e9d-385f-4433-9cfc-848878a1753e

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## Summary

Newcastle University is seeking tenders for the supply, installation, and maintenance of a Rack and Bottle Washer, Caging Facility, and a Tanking System, with a total estimated value of £340,000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with bids accepted until 20th August 2019. This opportunity falls under the classification of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is situated in the North East of England. The contract is expected to commence on 22nd August 2019 and will run for a period of two years, ending on 2nd August 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and maintenance services, particularly those that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that can provide high-quality solutions for animal research facilities or have experience in supplying and maintaining laboratory infrastructure would be well-suited to participate. Engaging in this contract can also enhance a company's portfolio and open avenues for further collaborations within the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

Newcastle University Comparative Biology Centre (CBC) (and associated satellites) is a multi-user animal research facility within Faculty of Medical Sciences, whose primary aim is to provide high animal welfare standards and support the University research community towards world class research. The facility intends to replace capital equipment including: a rack washer and bottle filler; individually ventilated cages and an option to purchase an automated zebra fish housing system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8e79753-7cc7-4307-9970-c870ea264cd7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Aug 2019 - 2 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £340,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2019 at 08:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8e79753-7cc7-4307-9970-c870ea264cd7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8e79753-7cc7-4307-9970-c870ea264cd7
  16th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk/

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