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title: "Supply of One Krumdieck Tissue Slicer MD600"
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# Supply of One Krumdieck Tissue Slicer MD600

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e51ae1b-9127-4883-b72a-8b66a446e473

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal for the supply of a Krumdieck Tissue Slicer MD600, aimed at facilitating the preparation of tissue samples for ex vivo organ and tissue cultures. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically classified as laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement method is open, with an end date for the tender period set for 4th December 2019, and the contract period commencing on 8th January 2020 and concluding on 28th February 2020. The buying organisation is located at Noble House, London, which highlights its significant operational reach across the UK and beyond.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific equipment and laboratory services to expand their business reach. Businesses that manufacture or supply laboratory equipment, particularly those with experience in precision slicing instruments for biological research, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance visibility and credibility within the industry, while also contributing to advancements in research methodologies aligned with ethical practices in scientific experimentation.

## Notice

This request is for a Krumdiek tissue slicer system, which allows the preparation of precisely cut sections for the use in ex vivo organ and tissue culture. This equipment will allow the preparation of liver, lung and brain tissue slices to be cultured ex vivo and challenged with various virus of interest, including Hepatitis E virus or Influenza, to study pathogenesis of infection and role of antiviral and other intervention strategies. The use of ex vivo organ cultures will reduce the number of experimental animal used by the organization and is in line with the 3Rs strategy and will provide added value to currently ongoing projects and future work. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83b9679b-4fa0-4506-84ed-c1c0c5ffd464 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2020 - 28 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,528 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7LQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TSE SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 6 Apr 2020 at 12:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83b9679b-4fa0-4506-84ed-c1c0c5ffd464
- 15 Nov 2019 at 13:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b35e0c9c-2cf9-4cde-9111-2fef3c70ab1b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83b9679b-4fa0-4506-84ed-c1c0c5ffd464
  6th April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b35e0c9c-2cf9-4cde-9111-2fef3c70ab1b
  15th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/196291db-25fc-46ee-b495-2fff049d54e4
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- http://help@bravosolution.co.uk
  E-Tendering portal help

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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