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title: "A Biophysical Suite for the Characterization of Biological Macromolecules and Nanoparticles in Solution"
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# A Biophysical Suite for the Characterization of Biological Macromolecules and Nanoparticles in Solution

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dc2923b4-77af-4df7-91a8-c9c57fb1311d

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking to procure a biophysical instrument designed for the characterization of biological macromolecules and nanoparticles in solution, including determining their properties such as molar mass and size. This tender, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, has an estimated value of £428,000 and follows an open procurement method. The tender period concluded on 12th October 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 3rd January 2022 and to run until 28th February 2022. The procurement is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, reflecting the university's commitment to advancing research capabilities.

This opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in laboratory technology and instrumentation. By participating in this tender, businesses can expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with a prominent educational institution. The potential for innovation in biophysical exploration may attract companies involved in research and development of advanced scientific equipment, thereby fostering growth in the marketplace.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield is looking to purchase a biophysical instrument for the characterization of macromolecules (e.g., protein complexes, protein-nucleic acid complexes, proteins, peptides, nucleic acids, viral vectors, and biopolymers etc) and nanoparticles in solution, to determine molar mass, size, charge, interaction, conformation and conjugation. Full details can be found within the ITT document which can be downloaded from our In-tend portal (see below). Additional information: All tender documents, correspondence messages and tender returns, must be downloaded and conducted via the In-tend site, through the link shown above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36e2b00b-24e6-4350-9c9f-bacb664bf6e6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2022 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £428,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £428,363 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WYATT TECHNOLOGY (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2021 at 17:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36e2b00b-24e6-4350-9c9f-bacb664bf6e6
- 13 Sep 2021 at 09:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e95bba-9b3b-4767-8ce3-aeb8a3189a99

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36e2b00b-24e6-4350-9c9f-bacb664bf6e6
  19th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e95bba-9b3b-4767-8ce3-aeb8a3189a99
  13th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home
  In-tend e.tendering portal

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