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title: "17/070 Micro Array scanner"
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# 17/070 Micro Array scanner

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a783e7d-d385-43c3-8921-56d24319787c

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## Summary

The University of Portsmouth is currently tendering for the procurement of a fluorescent micro array scanner, titled "17/070 Micro Array scanner." This opportunity falls within the goods category, focusing on the scanners industry. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 11th September 2017. The contracting authority's address is White Swan Road, Portsmouth, PO1 2DT, in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract period is expected to commence on 2nd October 2017 and conclude by 31st October 2017, with an estimated contract value ranging between £50,000 and £100,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision scanning equipment and technology. Companies that manufacture or supply products that meet the specified technical requirements, such as resolution, scanning capabilities, and image uniformity, may find this an advantageous bidding opportunity. This contract is ideal for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the educational and research sectors, particularly those that work with universities and educational institutions.

## Notice

17/070 MICRO ARRAY SCANNER The University of Portsmouth Institute of Biomedical and Biomolecular Sciences invites you to express an interest in a tender for a fluorescent micro array scanner REQUIREMENT: We require a scanner to replace a current Genetix aquire scanner. It will be used for the analysis of standard 25 x 76 mm slides. Suppliers proposed products must be able to meet the minimum specification Requirements to be considered, additional requirements will be detailed in the ITT Focus spot size (resolution) 3 microns 16 bit Pixel size 5 microns Depth of focus 50 microns or better Top down scanning Dual channel (cy3, cy5) Low cross talk between dye channels Ability to scan a sub area within a field of view Ability to scan offset sub area within a field of view Adjustable gain and filtering. Min scan area 1x1 mm Constant speed scanning (or other method for distortion free imaging) Image uniformity of 5% deviation or better across the slide To Express an Interest in this project please register on the University of Portsmouth In-Tend webpage and express an interest in this project. Please find the weblink for our webpage below: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/ Enquiries to Martin Devonshire 023 92 842052 Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31971627-2747-43cb-b7f4-8fa40e8c851b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2017 - 31 Oct 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH E-TENDERING |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2DT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38520000 - Scanners

## Release History

- 24 Aug 2017 at 14:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31971627-2747-43cb-b7f4-8fa40e8c851b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31971627-2747-43cb-b7f4-8fa40e8c851b
  24th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/

## Provenance

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