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title: "CEFAS24-88 RFQ for a QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR System"
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# CEFAS24-88 RFQ for a QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR System

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e735439-0880-4dde-85c9-02358959b874

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) has initiated a tender process for the procurement of a QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR System, with the tender ID CF-0332200D8d000003VQwdEAG. This procurement falls under the category of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment and is relevant to various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage and follows an open procedure (below threshold). Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 15th August 2024, with the contract period scheduled to start on 30th August 2024 and end on 29th August 2025. The total contract value is GBP 45,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in PCR equipment and related technologies to expand their business with a reputable government research organisation. Businesses with expertise in providing reliable, high-quality PCR systems that ensure compliance with statutory and research requirements will be well-suited for this opportunity. Through this procurement, SMEs can enhance their portfolio, gain valuable experience in public sector contracts, and potentially secure future projects in the scientific and research fields.

## Notice

Cefas have a requirement for a QuantStudio 5 real time PCR system for detection and quantification of DNA. Cefas currently use the QuantStudio 3 system and platform, with specific UKAS accredited methods used, and to ensure that results do not vary and adversely affect both statutory, and research and development delivery, the QuantStudio 5 system is required to ensure continued compliance and compatibility. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS24-88 under opportunities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e819fff-af6c-42ea-a4d4-40641f1fa445 |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2024 - 29 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| 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)

### Codes

- 38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2024 at 12:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e819fff-af6c-42ea-a4d4-40641f1fa445

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e819fff-af6c-42ea-a4d4-40641f1fa445
  24th July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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