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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ (eMisk) High Precision Salinometer"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ (eMisk) High Precision Salinometer

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-51be1783-ea10-4abf-8c2b-21d3df894102

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## Summary

The Cefas, located in Lowestoft, UK, is currently seeking to procure a high precision salinometer through an open tender process. This procurement is classified under the marine equipment industry, with a total contract value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £50,000. The tender period will close on 11th December 2018, and the contract period is set to commence on 1st September 2019, running until 31st August 2020. Interested suppliers can find additional details and submit their proposals through designated platforms.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in marine equipment to expand their business. Companies with expertise in precision measuring instruments, particularly those that can fulfil the specific requirements for salinity measurement, are well-suited to compete. As Cefas prioritises SMEs in their selection process, this contract could serve as a valuable project for businesses looking to enhance their portfolio and strengthen relationships within the public sector.

## Notice

There is a requirement for one (1) high precision salinometer and associated water bath able to measure salinity in the range of 2 to 42 with an accuracy expected to be +-0.003 or better. The system should have the capability to directly display calculated salinity and capacity to have a sample throughput of 90 samples (ca 100ml/sample) in a typical working day. For further details visit: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/994D955729 Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d79d5d-1ce6-42f5-aef2-e06e95657944 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2018 at 13:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d79d5d-1ce6-42f5-aef2-e06e95657944

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d79d5d-1ce6-42f5-aef2-e06e95657944
  26th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-Cefas-RFQ-%28eMisk%29-High-Precision-Salinometer/994D955729
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/994D955729

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