--- title: "Crystallization liquid handling robotics system" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF READING" published: "2019-11-01" --- # Crystallization liquid handling robotics system Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-90ced4dc-1963-4984-b97d-7f37336257ab.json) ## Summary The University of Reading is currently seeking bids for the procurement of a high-performance crystallization liquid-handling robotic system, designated as tender UOR/LAB/20/002. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under the CPV code for industrial robots. The tender is located in Reading, South East England, with a deadline for submissions set for 14th November 2019 at 23:59:59. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 18th November 2019 and will last until 1st November 2022, with the procurement method being an open procedure below the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in industrial robotics and automation technologies to expand their market presence. Companies that provide innovative liquid handling solutions, robotic systems, or support services for research environments would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this tender could lead to enhanced collaborations with academic institutions and foster growth within the scientific research sector. ## Notice A high-performance crystallization-grade liquid-handling robotic system is required for use in setting up crystallization experiments (both biomolecule and small molecules) to support researchers at the University of Reading. The instrument will be housed in the diffraction suite within the Chemical Analysis Facility (CAF) in the School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy at the University of Reading. Additional information: Please go to www.in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading and express an interest in the tender. the documents will then be available to you in the My Tenders area of the system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 | | 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 | 1 Nov 2019 | | Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Nov 2019 - 1 Nov 2022 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF READING | | Locality | READING | | Post town | Reading | | Postcode | RG6 6AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West | | Local authority | Wokingham | | Electoral ward | Maiden Erlegh & Whitegates | | Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42997300 - Industrial robots ## Release History - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - 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https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f847410f-53df-473a-a4d6-bab7208e6b27 - 1 Nov 2019 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - 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