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title: "(NU/1455) The Supply and Installation of Hotcells"
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# (NU/1455) The Supply and Installation of Hotcells

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cba586e3-c490-4c48-bf47-7d144bfb3359

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Newcastle University focuses on the supply and installation of hotcells, specifically tailored for the laboratory equipment sector. This tender, classified under the CPV code for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses), has an estimated value of £600,000 and a minimum value of £450,000. The tender was published on 18 December 2019, with a contract period spanning from 9 December 2019 to 8 December 2023. The tender period concluded on 16 May 2019, and deliveries are to be made to locations in the North East of England. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, making it accessible to a wide range of bidders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture and installation of laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in radiological and pharmaceutical applications. Companies that can supply grade C mini synthesis hotcells and dispensing hotcells, along with the necessary ancillary components, would be well-suited to compete in this process. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may find favourable conditions to create business growth through this contract, which aims to enhance the production of fluorine-based radiopharmaceuticals compliant with EU-GMP standards.

## Notice

This tender is for the supply, delivery, installation and qualification of: 2 vertically stacked grade C mini synthesis hotcells, Grade A (LAF) dispensing hotcell with Grade A (LAF) material introduction chamber, dispenser system along with and ancillary components (such as balance, dose calibrator and label printer), a full size hotcell may be purchased as an option if the budget allows. Synthesis hotcells will house automated radiochemistry platforms necessary for the production ofradiopharmaceuticals, while the Dispensing Hotcell will house a formulation/fractionation dispenser. Thisdevelopment will lead to the production of a range of fluorine-based radiopharmaceuticals that meet therequirements of EU-GMP, and can be administered to patients.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adfd3a51-e546-418b-9c4d-251597151ebd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2019 - 8 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £578,739 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMECER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2019 at 16:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adfd3a51-e546-418b-9c4d-251597151ebd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/adfd3a51-e546-418b-9c4d-251597151ebd
  18th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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