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title: "RE20388 - Plate Reader with Analysis Data System Workstation"
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# RE20388 - Plate Reader with Analysis Data System Workstation

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a6710f2-bf65-4d20-b30d-72784fd4f74d

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) seeking to acquire a Plate Reader with Analysis Data System Workstation. The buying organisation is located in Swindon, England, and operates in the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was published on 9th September 2020, with a submission deadline set for 18th September 2020. This procurement was conducted using an open procedure, allowing for broad participation, and the contract was awarded on 16th October 2020, with a contract period extending from 21st October 2020 to 30th December 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly SMEs that can provide laboratory instruments. Companies capable of delivering high-quality analytical systems or those involved in biotechnology may find themselves well-positioned to compete. The procurement method's openness encourages a diverse range of bidders, fostering innovation and competitive pricing, thus potentially benefitting businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

## Notice

*AWARDED* The final date and time for the submission of bids is 27th September 2020 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement: UKRI MRC - RCAH have a requirement for the supply of a Plate Reader with Analysis Data System Workstation. The instrument will be used for the quantification of several biological and chemical assays in a micro plate allowing fast and high throughput results. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to apply: UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 582FNFVHQ2. Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice;and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of bidders. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/def

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/711416e3-9e86-4b93-ac5f-5e6dbf47be03 |
| 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 | 4 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2020 - 30 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,889 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GPE SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2020 at 16:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/711416e3-9e86-4b93-ac5f-5e6dbf47be03
- 9 Sep 2020 at 12:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e8ef3c8-3604-479e-89ef-2bc5e9669d6d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/711416e3-9e86-4b93-ac5f-5e6dbf47be03
  4th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e8ef3c8-3604-479e-89ef-2bc5e9669d6d
  9th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3675aae4-1695-4442-8489-4bf45ce2fc50
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/50fed111-5b40-4785-b229-49b38e12305a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/041427c7-1378-4ef0-bb74-b5175a370f64
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e26105e8-1830-448b-9ea7-db17683eb8e4

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/def
- https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com

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