--- title: "CEFAS21-13 RFQ for Sodium Iodide Well Detector" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-01-28" --- # CEFAS21-13 RFQ for Sodium Iodide Well Detector Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9ec7cde-1860-452b-964b-b389067abe78.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Cefas (The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science), an executive agency of the UK Government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), seeking tenders for a Sodium Iodide Well Detector. This tender, titled "CEFAS21-13 RFQ for Sodium Iodide Well Detector," falls under the goods category and is classified under spectroscopy devices, with additional classifications including gamma counters and laboratory services. The tender is currently in the open stage, with submissions accepted until 4 February 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 15 February 2021 and conclude on 15 March 2021, with an estimated value of £16,000 located in the East of England, specifically at NR33 0HT. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific and laboratory equipment sector, particularly those specialising in spectroscopy devices and gamma detection technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing compatible software and analytical tools are encouraged to participate. By submitting a tender, companies can potentially expand their market presence and establish valuable contracts within government and public sector operations. ## Notice Cefas (The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science) the 'Authority', is an Executive Agency of the UK Government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). It is an applied science agency that primarily supports government decision making whilst extending its reach across the public sector, the EU and wider markets where possible in regard to marine and closely related environments. Requirement: 1. 4" x 4" Sodium Iodide Well Detector with 1" Well diameter and 3" Well depth. 2. High-Rate Photomultiplier Base with Preamplifier and High Voltage Supply. 3. Spectroscopy Amplifier. The proposed solution must be suitable for Low resolution gamma spectroscopy for the measurement of Cesium-134/137 and compatible with commercially available software such as Maestro. Any additional analytical software required must be compatible with 64-bit network connectivity and able to perform a repetitive task, such as running a sequence of experiments without user intervention with simple text scripts and able to define initial conditions at start up. Additional information: 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/82526ead-3865-43d0-a549-1d6c0622c71f | | 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 | 28 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Feb 2021 - 15 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £16,000 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 33114000 - Spectroscopy devices - 38945000 - Gamma counters - 71900000 - Laboratory services ## Release History - 28 Jan 2021 at 22:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82526ead-3865-43d0-a549-1d6c0622c71f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82526ead-3865-43d0-a549-1d6c0622c71f 28th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Link to eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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