--- title: "Provision of an Autoclave" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2020-02-26" --- # Provision of an Autoclave Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-46fd800a-d825-473d-bba0-3098adada297.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is seeking bids for the provision of a fit-for-purpose autoclave to support its Biomedical Research Facility, replacing an outdated machine used in category 2 laboratories. The tender, launched under an open procurement method, will remain active until 14 May 2019, with a minimum contract value of £40,000 and a total value of £50,000. This project, classified under the CPV code for autoclaves (33191110), is currently in the award stage, having been published on 12 April 2019. Bidders should note that all communications and submissions will take place via the In-Tend electronic tendering portal. This procurement opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in laboratory equipment and services. Companies that provide robust autoclave solutions are encouraged to participate, given the continuous demand for reliable laboratory equipment within research institutions. As the contract is not divided into lots, suppliers able to fulfil the entire requirement efficiently will be favoured, presenting a streamlined opportunity for businesses with the capabilities to meet such demands. ## Notice The Biomedical Research Facility at the University of Southampton is seeking to procure a single fit for purpose Autoclave that can withstand the level of constant daily use and will replace a machine that serves our category 2 laboratories as the current autoclave is no longer economical to maintain. Additional information: The University is utilising an electronic tendering tool (In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton) to manage this procurement and to communicate with bidders. All documentation in relation to this tender can be downloaded from the In-Tend portal. Bidders are advised that there will be no hard copy documents issued to organisations and all communications with the University including the submission of PQQ and/or Invitation to Tender Responses will be conducted via the In-Tend portal. Regular monitoring of the portal is the responsibility of the bidder. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the University of Southampton, you will need to register in In-Tend in order to access the tender documentation. Once you have logged in as a supplier: click on 'Tenders'; locate the relevant project; and click 'View Details'. Once you are in the project screen, you will be able to register your company against the project and access all documentation by clicking 'Express Interest'. Bidders are advised that formal expressions of interest in the project must be by way of completion and return of the relevant Pre-Qualification (if applicable) or Invitation to Tender documents via the In-Tend portal. 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In accordance with Regulation 50, paragraph (2) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and subject to Article 5 and Annex 5, Part D (13) of Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (if applicable), the University intends to publish the value of any resulting contract at the award stage, and reserves the right to do so. By submitting a tender response, bidders are consenting to publication of this information unless otherwise agreed in advance with the University. Due to the nature of this project, it has been deemed unsuitable for division into lots. The risk of dividing the requirement would render the execution of the contract excessively technically difficult, not cost effective and would undermine the proper execution of the con ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68526a5f-890a-4cbe-8965-21642e86e526 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | 14 May 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 12 Dec 2019 | | Contract period | 12 Dec 2019 - 11 Dec 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £36,620 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | SOUTHAMPTON | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ESTS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33191110 - Autoclaves ## Release History - 26 Feb 2020 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68526a5f-890a-4cbe-8965-21642e86e526 - 16 Apr 2019 at 10:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd00a783-c303-4d49-8aef-a0679ad90a2a - 12 Apr 2019 at 14:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd00a783-c303-4d49-8aef-a0679ad90a2a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68526a5f-890a-4cbe-8965-21642e86e526 26th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd00a783-c303-4d49-8aef-a0679ad90a2a 16th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton Intend Access ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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