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title: "Multi-mode plate reader"
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buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY"
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# Multi-mode plate reader

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d48b622d-9314-4ee0-95cc-130f82be7042

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## Summary

The Lancaster University is seeking tenders for the provision of a multi-mode microplate reader to support biochemistry work at the Lancaster Environment Centre located at Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. The contract value is £75,000 with a minimum value of £35,000. The deadline for tender submissions is on the 8th of May, 2024, with the contract period set to start on the 27th of May, 2024, and end on the 26th of May, 2025. The procurement method employed is an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender from Lancaster University offers opportunities for businesses in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category. Small and medium-sized enterprises are well-suited to compete for this contract. Interested businesses should pay attention to the specific requirements outlined in the tender document and submit their proposals before the deadline to be considered for the contract award.

## Notice

The University is inviting tenders for the provision of a multi-mode microplate reader to support biochemistry work in the Lancaster Environment Centre. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. There could be a requirement for further purchases, dependent on future funding. Lancaster University reserves the right not to award a contract following this tender, nor does it bind itself to accept the lowest price or any quotation. The contract awarded shall not be split in multiple suppliers to fulfil the options. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6b58d9-e2f3-4c0e-85fa-adbf4d3682bd |
| 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 | 11 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 8 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 May 2024 - 26 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| 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

- 11 Apr 2024 at 13:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6b58d9-e2f3-4c0e-85fa-adbf4d3682bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6b58d9-e2f3-4c0e-85fa-adbf4d3682bd
  11th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/

## Provenance

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