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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for a Flow Cytometer"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for a Flow Cytometer

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24ae7860-8ba3-4071-ab13-67f96fb0aac4

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cefas, a prominent UK buyer based in Lowestoft, which has recently awarded a contract for the supply of a benchtop flow cytometer valued at £29,368. This contract falls under the laboratory services industry category, specifically involving both installation and research laboratory services. The tender was published following an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 11 June 2019 and the contract effective from 1 July 2019 to 31 July 2019.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions. The specifications for the flow cytometer indicate a demand for advanced technology and configurability, making it suitable for companies with expertise in laboratory services and product development in this sector. As Cefas is keen on engaging with SMEs, this could be a chance for such firms to expand their market presence and develop partnerships in government contracting.

## Notice

A benchtop Flow cytometer with small footprint. The instrument should include at least two lasers in the blue (488 nm) and red (638 nm) channels and four colour detection (blue laser and read laser) plus forward and side scatter. The flow cytometer should allow for possible configuration upgrade to activate additional parameters and flexible applications. PC and Software to operate the system should accompany the instrument. DOWNLOAD THE FULL TENDER PACKAGE AT https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/76858R93Y7 Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc84c8ba-9de3-4fc6-b1ef-eba5f286e8d2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2019 - 31 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,368 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,368 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| 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 | BECKMAN COULTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2019 at 09:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc84c8ba-9de3-4fc6-b1ef-eba5f286e8d2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc84c8ba-9de3-4fc6-b1ef-eba5f286e8d2
  12th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=405804913
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/76858R93Y7

## Provenance

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