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title: "CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer"
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# CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-898d04aa-4fb1-4af8-aac3-d7f009dd637a

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of a spectrofluorometer under the title "CEFAS21-123 RFQ for Spectrofluorometer". This acquisition, valued at £25,000, is specifically aimed at supporting hydrocarbon analysis within various government monitoring programmes. The tender is categorised under "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" and is to be delivered to Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory located in the East of England. Interested bidders should note that the tender submission period will close on 11th January 2022, with the delivery of the equipment required by the week commencing 21st March 2022.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instrumentation. Companies that manufacture or supply optical and precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in delivering high-performance spectrometers, would find this tender well-suited. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process includes provisions for smaller businesses, enhancing their chances to engage in government contracts that could foster growth and expand their market reach.

## Notice

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one (1) spectrofluorometer to support hydrocarbon analysis for a wide range of key government monitoring programmes. The system will be capable of simultaneously scanning excitation and emission wavelengths to produce synchronous fluorescence spectra. Cefas require: - 1 x spectrofluorometer capable of synchronous scanning of excitation and emission wavelengths (Minimal scanning wavelength range 200 to 750 nm) - High-speed scanning - High sensitivity signal-to-noise ratio 1000 or above (RMS) - Long life Xenon lamp - Minimum of four cuvettes compatible with analysis of fluorescing hydrocarbons in organic solvent (pentane) - Auto-zero capability to subtract solvent response - Controller PC with operating software compatible with current MS Windows versions (MS Windows10/11) - Ability to save results as data files. Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of Financial Year 21-22. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbeae2ed-4334-4bd2-aa2a-5ae6b0c0a62e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 14 Dec 2021 at 09:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbeae2ed-4334-4bd2-aa2a-5ae6b0c0a62e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbeae2ed-4334-4bd2-aa2a-5ae6b0c0a62e
  14th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/23814388017DB8349DFE
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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