--- title: "Invitation to Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of an Ion Chromatography System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER" published: "2017-03-01" --- # Invitation to Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of an Ion Chromatography System Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73de2cfb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The University of Chester is inviting tenders for the supply, delivery, and installation of an Ion Chromatography System at Thornton Science Park in Chester, England. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically relating to analysis apparatus, with a tender value estimated at £45,000 and a minimum requirement of £40,000. The tender period closed on 30th November 2016, while the contract period commenced on 22nd December 2016 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2017. The procurement method details were not specified. This opportunity presents significant prospects for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific equipment and support services. Businesses that can offer not only the supply of the chromatography system but also essential training and maintenance services will be well-positioned to compete effectively. The engagement in such projects may be particularly attractive to those with experience in educational or research-oriented procurement, as the University of Chester seeks suppliers who can deliver high-quality products along with ongoing support. ## Notice University of Chester is inviting tenders for the the supply, delivery and installation of an Ion Chromatography system, (to include servicing & training support), at Thornton Science Park, as detailed within this document. Dates and values provided are subject to change. This tender (and subsequent awarded contract), may also include any requirements that are funded by external bodies, inclusive of ERDF funded projects. Additional information: If you wish to participate in the opportunity please download the tender documents from the University's e-tendering portal, "In-Tend" - http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester. Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. Once registered, please download the tender documents. These must be completed and returned via the In-Tend portal by 10:00am on Wednesday, 30th November 2016. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview Alternatively, In-tend Support can help suppliers and is open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - 0845 557 8079 / 0114 407 0065 / support@in-tend.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c242cac6-cb68-4aa6-a5e5-1ad443b09943 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Dec 2016 | | Contract period | 22 Dec 2016 - 28 Feb 2017 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £45,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £43,660 | | 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 CHESTER | | Locality | CHESTER | | Post town | Chester | | Postcode | CH1 4BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester | | Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester | | Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter | | Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38432000 - Analysis apparatus ## Release History - 1 Mar 2017 at 14:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c242cac6-cb68-4aa6-a5e5-1ad443b09943 - 21 Feb 2017 at 09:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3086281-f022-4016-88d1-5c81b80bb6bf - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3086281-f022-4016-88d1-5c81b80bb6bf ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c242cac6-cb68-4aa6-a5e5-1ad443b09943 1st March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3086281-f022-4016-88d1-5c81b80bb6bf 21st February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester Intend link ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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