--- title: "CEFAS21-133 RFQ for Microwave for Acid Digestions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-12-13" --- # CEFAS21-133 RFQ for Microwave for Acid Digestions Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c3fd38c-d782-4faf-95ba-04ffad3fabec.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, is for the tender titled "CEFAS21-133 RFQ for Microwave for Acid Digestions." This opportunity falls under the laboratory equipment sector, specifically targeting the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is located in Lowestoft, East of England, and is currently in the Tender stage. Key dates include the submission deadline on 12th January 2022 and a contract commencement date of 19th January 2022, with project completion expected by 31st March 2022. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure below threshold, and the total value is set at £25,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and instrumentation, particularly those capable of supplying high pressure digestion microwaves with advanced features for analytical chemistry applications. Companies that are agile and able to meet the specified technical requirements and delivery timelines could excel in this tender process, making this a suitable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the relevant industry sectors. ## Notice Detailed Description The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one high pressure digestion microwave to support trace metals analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of fully digesting sediment samples using strong acids (including hydrofluoric acid), and Biota samples, for the analysis of trace metals by ICP. Requirement: One (1) High pressure microwave system for inorganic and organic samples including temperature control sensors and control system. One (1) full set of reaction vessels for acid digestion, vessel rack and turntable. Cefas require the microwave system to consist of the following: - A minimum of 1800 Watt dual magnetron - Internally coated with fluoropolymer (or equivalent) and corrosion resistant exhaust system. - Ability to save data immediately to create digestion report - Minimum 40 place rotor with vent and reseal technology, capable of high pressure (minimum 35 bar) and high temperature (180degC or more) with vessel volume of >50ml. - Full set of vessels and their ancillary parts. - Fixed-vessel shield to allow for easy removal of vessels - Temperature control and monitoring of vessels - Safety features such as power cut off in event of over-pressurization, auto-vent etc. - Control terminal that operates the microwave system. A statement with regards to costs of firmware/software updates throughout the lifetime of the equipment is required if applicable. - Ability to print each run (T/P trace) or transfer this as a data file. Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of FY. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d08c8a9-ad18-4243-8b94-89d8107a7547 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics - 42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens ## Release History - 13 Dec 2021 at 17:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d08c8a9-ad18-4243-8b94-89d8107a7547 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d08c8a9-ad18-4243-8b94-89d8107a7547 13th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/50570623017DB47D048C Link to eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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