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title: "RFQ - Cryomicrotome (cryostat) with Disinfection Capability & Benchtop Microtome"
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# RFQ - Cryomicrotome (cryostat) with Disinfection Capability & Benchtop Microtome

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a08144f-c988-4ac5-ab95-4ad8becb38a2

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting a tender for the procurement of a cryomicrotome (cryostat) with disinfection capability and a benchtop microtome. This opportunity falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is primarily based in Teddington, London, with submissions due by 13th September 2021. The procurement method used for this tender is a competitive quotation (below threshold), aimed at sourcing goods necessary for human tissue sample preparation, particularly for Mass Spectrometry Imaging analyses. The contract is set to commence on 8th October 2021 and will span one year until 10th October 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment manufacturing and sales. Companies that can provide high-quality, technologically advanced cryomicrotome solutions, especially those with capabilities for disinfection and high-precision sectioning, would be ideal candidates to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance market presence for these businesses and contribute to growth within the public sector supply chain.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for safe and robust human tissue sample preparation for our Mass Spectrometry Imaging analyses and for additional techniques within our department. We require a cryomicrotome (cryostat) with UV disinfection capability as well as a vacuum system to clean the equipment and a motor for motorized sectioning. The cryomicrotome must output reproducible, high-quality sections with a sectioning thickness range of 1-100 mm. The item will be freestanding, with an encapsulated, splash-proof microtome. Additional information: Please do not contact the person listed on this notice. Documents can only be obtained through Bravo Solutions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adedc952-0a27-4bd0-9264-62178af1613d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2021 - 10 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY |
| Locality | TEDDINGTON |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW11 0LW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Teddington |
| Westminster constituency | Twickenham |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 31 Aug 2021 at 14:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adedc952-0a27-4bd0-9264-62178af1613d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adedc952-0a27-4bd0-9264-62178af1613d
  31st August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  Please ensure that you register on Bravo Solutions (link below) to obtain the documents and submit your interest / intention to bid

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