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title: "(NU/1711) Supply of a High-throughput Biophysical Instrument for Kinetic Characterisation of biomolecular interactions"
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# (NU/1711) Supply of a High-throughput Biophysical Instrument for Kinetic Characterisation of biomolecular interactions

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-743998c1-3208-4b2b-974a-c2014dcf1883

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## Summary

The University of Newcastle is seeking tenders for the supply of a High-throughput Biophysical Instrument, essential for the kinetic characterisation of biomolecular interactions. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a total contract value of £190,000. The tender process is currently active and follows the open procurement method. Interested parties must express their interest by 17th September 2021, with the tender period concluding on 20th September 2021. The contracted delivery location is in Newcastle, England, and the contract's duration is from 15th October 2021 to 23rd December 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers of scientific and laboratory instrumentation, particularly businesses that specialise in high-throughput biophysical analysis tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may meet the requirements for this contract. Companies able to provide after-sales support and maintenance services will also have a competitive advantage, making this an excellent opportunity for relevant businesses seeking to expand their footprint in the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

The Kawamura group has recently moved to the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences at the University of Newcastle and are establishing a new chemical biology section. A large part of the group's work focusses on developing chemical probes for a range of protein targets and as such biophysical characterization of theses probes is a key element of this work. To achieve this we need to purchase a High-throughput Biophysical Instrument for Kinetic Characterisation, to allow us to determine the kinetic parameters and affinities of the generated novel compounds in a high-throughput low sample requirement fashion. This instrument is being funded by the European Research Council grant SEP-210651063. Short title is CPTarget. Title " Cyclic peptide platform as an approach to target validation The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and help in installation of the equipment as detailed in the ITT to the University, with after-sales support and 12 months warranty and maintenance. Expressions of interest in this project can be made by registering via the University's etendering portal at: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=c2f00b99-a401-ec11-810d-005056b64545 The contract reference is NU/1711. The deadline for expressing an interest in this tender is Friday 17th September 2021 at 16:00 hours BST

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee03ac96-1729-4571-9a1d-92622c363d6c |
| 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 | 20 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2021 - 23 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £190,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2021 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee03ac96-1729-4571-9a1d-92622c363d6c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee03ac96-1729-4571-9a1d-92622c363d6c
  20th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=c2f00b99-a401-ec11-810d-005056b64545
  Expression of Interest link

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