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title: "Supply of a Q-PCR Machine"
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# Supply of a Q-PCR Machine

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83c1d1bb-2f65-478d-9cd1-e7e60ceb7556

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is currently conducting a tender for the supply of a Q-PCR (quantitative polymerase chain reaction) machine, which is crucial for various laboratory experiments, particularly in pathogen quantification and genotyping. This procurement is classified under the goods category within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry. The tender period is set to end on 8th September 2020, and the contract is expected to commence on 25th September 2020, lasting until 24th September 2021. The estimated contract value ranges from £40,000 to £60,000 and will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is open, allowing a broad range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers of laboratory equipment and related technologies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific instruments or testing devices. Businesses that manufacture or distribute PCR equipment or other laboratory-grade tools would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement process could lead to long-term partnerships with a prominent academic institution, potentially enhancing visibility and credibility in the sector.

## Notice

Q-PCR also known as quantitative polymerase chain reaction is a lab technique based on PCR. It monitors the amplification of a targeted DNA molecule or gene during the PCR (in real time). The machine will be used to carry out a wide variety of experiments within the research of the Gow group and the other groups of the CMM such as the quantification and genotyping of pathogens

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42edcd23-2f93-448d-88ef-fbf7b5b2378e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Other - Other |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2020 - 24 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments
- 38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment
- 38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2020 at 13:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42edcd23-2f93-448d-88ef-fbf7b5b2378e
- 25 Aug 2020 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42edcd23-2f93-448d-88ef-fbf7b5b2378e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42edcd23-2f93-448d-88ef-fbf7b5b2378e
  8th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=34339&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

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