--- title: "CEFAS21-82 MALDI-TOF (Mass Spectrometer)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-10-07" --- # CEFAS21-82 MALDI-TOF (Mass Spectrometer) Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c68ef3b2-8721-4ca9-9036-46ec2fc98c5a.json) ## Summary The procurement process is facilitated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is seeking bids for the "CEFAS21-82 MALDI-TOF (Mass Spectrometer)" project. This contract falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on mass spectrometry technology, and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 8th November 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £150,000, and it will follow an open procurement method, allowing for broader participation from suppliers. This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in high-tech laboratory equipment and services. Companies offering mass spectrometers, related instruments, or providing engineering and maintenance services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, suppliers experienced in the installation and training for such technological systems may find this tender particularly advantageous, as the buyer requires installation and training to be included as part of the proposal. ## Notice Cefas require a MALDI-TOFF benchtop bio-analyser and spectra libraries to rapidly detect bacteria, yeasts, and moulds, with an additional library to detect pathogens that require addition containment or security. The system must have the ability to curate libraries for niche pathogens that are critical for animal, human and environmental health. It would be attractive if these curated libraries could be shared with other collaborative partners (e.g., Animal and Plant Health Agency). These should be able to be shared via Excel or other easily compatible programme. The instrument must have the option of positive or negative ion mode and features that enable novel future applications, such as AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance), lipid characterisation and new matrices (algae, hymolymph). A cleaning mode for the ion source must be integrated into the device. The technology must allow high mass spectrometric resolution across a wide mass range that is tailored to microorganism identification (bacteria, fungi, yeasts and moulds. Installation and at least two days training must be provided by the Tenderer and included in the quotation. Pricing for a full-service agreement covering the lifetime of the instrument must also be included (10 years or 50 Million shots of the laser). https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/79091401017C5A399CA5 Additional information: Bravo E-tendering Portal - managing procurement on behalf of Cefas https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Thank you for your interest in tendering for this requirement, You will need to access the documents through Bravo Solutions portal using the link provided. If you are new to Bravo, you are required to register as a supplier: 1) Visit https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose (usually your email address) and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email (check spam filters if this does not arrive in a timely manner) with your unique password (please keep this secure). You can then log onto the system and change your password. Once these step are completed you can apply for any tender on Bravo using these details. 2) To read the full details or apply for a tender: - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are opportunities open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. (This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page) within your Bravo account. - Access the tender information by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. 3) Responding to the tender: - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the requirements to upload a successful Tender. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) - Once all information is complete, you can then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. Please give yourself enough time to complete this before the deadline. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the e-Tendering help desk. Please direct all questions and queries to Cefas using the message function of the portal, including any clarification questions. This is to ensure no questions are missed and that all answers can be shared with all interested suppliers at the same time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d37ca6-c763-498b-8e12-c13c5530c5e5 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 8 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38433100 - Mass spectrometer ## Release History - 7 Oct 2021 at 10:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d37ca6-c763-498b-8e12-c13c5530c5e5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d37ca6-c763-498b-8e12-c13c5530c5e5 7th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/79091401017C5A399CA5 Please review the documents here: ## Notice URLs - http://www.cefas.co.uk - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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