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title: "Automated Immonohistochemical Slide Stainer"
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# Automated Immonohistochemical Slide Stainer

Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c857aed6-743d-45ba-9599-38b0c4774a6b

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## Summary

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency is seeking to procure an Automated Immunohistochemical Slide Stainer for laboratory use. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically aimed at laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and is located in the East of England. The open procurement process is currently active, with a tender period ending on 10th January 2020. The estimated contract value is between £82,000 and £130,000, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st February 2020 and conclude by 1st March 2020.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for SMEs that specialise in laboratory equipment manufacturing or supply, offering a chance for business growth in a competitive market. Companies with capabilities in designing or supplying automated staining platforms that meet specific research and laboratory requirements, including customisable protocols, are encouraged to participate. This contract not only provides financial prospects but also positions successful bidders to establish a relationship with a key regulatory agency involved in healthcare products.

## Notice

The Agency is looking to purchase an automated immunohistochemical staining platform must be suitable for: Single and duplex immunohistochemical staining in both chromogenic and fluorescent formats. Automated running of single and multiplex RNAscope (chromogenic and fluorescent detection). Automated running of BaseScope chromogenic identification protocols. Must allow the use of researcher defined reagents/detection systems/protocols and protocol editing including defining incubation temperatures and times Have a footprint no larger than 800mm (W)/720mm (H)/780mm (D) due to access and laboratory space constraints. Produce staining intensities equivalent to current procedures using the same antibody dilutions to ensure consistency of results and analysis Additional information: Please see the Bravo e-tendering website for all information regarding this tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28a14763-0f54-4d9c-9bfe-9f24bbddaa3f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2020 - 1 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,000 |
| 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 | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY |
| Locality | HERTS |
| Post town | Enfield |
| Postcode | EN6 3QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Hertsmere |
| Electoral ward | Shenley |
| Westminster constituency | Hertsmere |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2019 at 11:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28a14763-0f54-4d9c-9bfe-9f24bbddaa3f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28a14763-0f54-4d9c-9bfe-9f24bbddaa3f
  3rd December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/79ce8a27-f14f-4306-8626-5a8f2a418769

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