---
title: "ECIS Equipment - UOE/2017/064/WH"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2018-04-26"
---

# ECIS Equipment - UOE/2017/064/WH

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30.json)

## Summary

The University of Exeter is conducting a procurement process for the supply of ECIS Equipment under the title "ECIS Equipment - UOE/2017/064/WH." This procurement falls within the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a notable focus on supporting research related to endothelial cell behaviour. The tender period concluded on 18th April 2018, and the awarded contract has a value of £58,000, commencing on 4th May 2018 and concluding on 3rd May 2019. This process utilises an open procurement method, allowing interested parties to submit proposals freely.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those focusing on non-invasive and automated instrumentation. Companies with experience in providing technical support, training, and consumables to research facilities would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement is designed to support the University of Exeter’s significant scientific initiatives funded by organisations such as Alzheimer's Research UK, thereby fostering growth for suppliers engaged in innovative healthcare solutions and research instrumentation.

## Notice

Endothelial cell barrier function measurements: Endothelial cells (ECs) play a key role in the cerebrovasculature in maintaining the blood brain barrier (BBB). ECs line the walls of the blood vessels and act as a selective barrier to regulate the passage of fluids, macromolecules, hormones and leukocytes from the vascular space to the interstitium. Our preliminary data indicates that structural alterations of ECs in vitro results in plasma protein leakage and leukocyte extravasation which lead to inflammation. We have recently received a grant from Alzheimer's Research UK (ARUK) allowing us to invest in a label free, non- invasive and automated instrument that will allow monitoring EC behaviour in real- time. Essential features of the instrument must include: * The ability to perform experiments in controlled gas environments in existing incubators * Cells to be grown on electrodes with multi-well (8, 16 or 96) configuration * Computer and an integrated software gathering data and analysis (Windows / MAC compatible) * The ability to measure impedance in a range of frequencies (low to high) * The ability to perform measurements under flow conditions (to mimic shear stress on ECs in vivo) * Training, warranty and service contract * Consumables (10 experiments: 10 x 8 Well Arrays

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/748feac9-1037-4b93-a0d7-281d8cd52a22 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 3 May 2018 - 3 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £71,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £58,000 |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BIDI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2018 at 12:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/748feac9-1037-4b93-a0d7-281d8cd52a22

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/748feac9-1037-4b93-a0d7-281d8cd52a22
  26th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=23734&B=EXETER
  Applicants need to register their interest on the University of Exeter's electronic tendering System link above. The procurement exercise is completely managed via this system. Registration is free of charge to potential suppliers.
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  To access documents please follow the link above

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5047fb90-d637-4122-afcc-244e0fbe8f30.json.