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title: "CEFAS24-08 Request for Quotation for provision of a solvent recycler under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme."
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# CEFAS24-08 Request for Quotation for provision of a solvent recycler under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme.

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8da9c63-b46c-4834-abf7-679e63605543

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## Summary

The buying organisation for this procurement is CEFAS. The tender title is "CEFAS24-08 Request for Quotation for provision of a solvent recycler under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme." The industry category is "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment." The location includes British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on January 31, 2024, and a contract period starting on February 20, 2024, and ending on February 19, 2027.

This tender by CEFAS presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of laboratory equipment to compete for the supply of a solvent recycler. Companies specialising in manufacturing equipment meeting the specified technical requirements are well-suited to participate. The tender is open to SMEs and the procurement method is an open procedure below threshold, with a contract value of £30,000 in GBP. Interested parties can download the Bidder Pack at the provided link for detailed information on how to engage in this procurement process.

## Notice

The OCPP was announced in 2021 as a key bilateral aid programme under the PS500m Blue Planet Fund. The OCPP is a UK Government-led programme delivered under the Blue Planet Fund. Through this programme, Cefas, in partnership with JNCC and MMO, provide technical assistance to support countries in tackling marine pollution, support sustainable seafood practices, and establish designated, well-managed and enforced Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). From 2021-26, Cefas will lead delivery of the Marine Pollution and Sustainable Seafood themes of OCPP, working in partnership with experts from the Joint nature Conservancy Council (JNCC) and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). This work includes the provision of equipment for the set up of a laboratory in Belize as part of the improvement of scientific capacity in the field of Histology. Requirement: Cefas require provision of a solvent recycler, with the following specifications: 1. Capability of recycling Xylene and Alcohol to a purity and quality that is usable for Histology. 2. A minimum capacity of 2.5 gallon or (10 litre). 3. Electrical Configurations 120V, 60Hz, AC and work with appropriate type A, B or C plugs. 4. Cycle times must be achieved during working hours period - i.e., take less than 6 hours for a full cycle. 5. Easy to use computer interface and functions. 6. Health and Safety: a. Spill containment should be considered in the design. b. Vapour reduction and escape potential must be a consideration. c. Tubing must not degrade on contact with typical solvents. d. Ergonomic user-friendly design and construction is preferred. e. Waste removal and disposal must be safe and easy for the operator. 7. Quiet operation is preferred. On-site installation and training * Installation on-site is essential. * Ideally a training package will be included, to be delivered to relevant in-country users. Suppliers should indicate the options available, whether through the use of a virtual platform or face-to-face in-country. Please note that installation and training can take place at a later date following delivery - this will be no later than 3 months after delivery date. Cefas require the equipment to be delivered as soon as possible, ideally before the end of March 2024. Warranties/Guarantees/Servicing and Technical Support * A 12 month warranty as standard - please include detail of what is included. * A service contract for the first 12 month warranty period, plus an additional 2 years' support following (total 3 years), which must include the following support: a. Technical support by e-mail and by telephone. b. Engineer visits for planned annual maintenance, repairs & breakdowns Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS24-08 under opportunities

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d594eada-05be-4144-8797-c912591dba8d |
| 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 | 10 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2024 - 19 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Jan 2024 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d594eada-05be-4144-8797-c912591dba8d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d594eada-05be-4144-8797-c912591dba8d
  10th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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