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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for a Grinder and Polisher for the otolith processing laboratory"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for a Grinder and Polisher for the otolith processing laboratory

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8822426d-df19-4fa5-9f8c-ed7a504d31b1

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## Summary

The Cefas organisation is seeking tenders for the supply of a grinder and polisher specifically designed for its otolith processing laboratory located in Lowestoft, UK. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory services and is currently at the active tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 24 May 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 1 June 2019 and conclude on 30 June 2019. This is an open procurement process, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate in the bidding.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment installation and related services. Businesses with innovative solutions in laboratory technologies or those experienced in supplying high-precision analytical equipment would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this process could facilitate growth and expand the client base in the expanding field of laboratory services.

## Notice

Otolith grinder and polisher for the otolith processing laboratory to manually process very small, tropical otoliths. The grinder and polisher should be able to prepare a final polished otolith that is free of deformation and suitable for analysis (reading). DOWNLOAD THE FULL TENDER PACKAGE AT: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/GEY5648V7Q 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/c37289f8-af4e-4e5c-aef3-b1e0ca7c05b5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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

- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 17 May 2019 at 10:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c37289f8-af4e-4e5c-aef3-b1e0ca7c05b5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c37289f8-af4e-4e5c-aef3-b1e0ca7c05b5
  17th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-Cefas-RFQ-for-a-Grinder-and-Polisher-for-the-otolith-processing-laboratory/GEY5648V7Q
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/GEY5648V7Q

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