--- title: "Invitation to Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Micro Balance" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER" published: "2016-11-23" --- # Invitation to Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Micro Balance Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb934a37-2bce-4142-8263-aa3320c8d6b5.json) ## Summary The University of Chester is currently inviting tenders for the supply, delivery, and installation of a Micro Balance, intended for use with a CHNS/O analyser. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on precision balances, and is located in Chester, England. The tender period concludes on 7th December 2016 at 10:00 AM, with the anticipated contract period starting on 12th December 2016 and running until 28th February 2017. Interested suppliers should note that the estimated value of the contract ranges from £8,000 to £15,000, and the procurement is being conducted through their e-tendering portal, In-Tend. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and installation of laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in precision balances and analytical instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process allows for competitive submissions that could lead to long-term collaborations with the University. Companies that can ensure compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the tender documents and provide high-quality service will be well-positioned to succeed in this bidding opportunity. ## Notice The University of Chester is inviting tenders for the supply, delivery and installation of one Micro Balance, primarily to be used to weigh samples for CHNS/O analyser, at Thornton Science Park, as detailed within the tender document. Dates and values provided are subject to change. This tender (and subsequent awarded contract), may also include any requirements that are funded by external bodies, inclusive of ERDF funded projects. Additional information: If you wish to participate in the opportunity please download the tender documents from the University's e-tendering portal, "In-Tend" - http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester. Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. Once registered, please download the tender documents. These must be completed and returned via the In-Tend portal by 10:00am on Wednesday, 7th December 2016. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview Alternatively, In-tend Support can help suppliers and is open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - 0845 557 8079 / 0114 407 0065 / support@in-tend.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/117a069c-dfcf-49d2-9c44-6c6b03493451 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not applicable | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Dec 2016 - 28 Feb 2017 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER | | Locality | CHESTER | | Post town | Chester | | Postcode | CH1 4BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester | | Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester | | Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter | | Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 38310000 - Precision balances - 42923110 - Balances ## Release History - 23 Nov 2016 at 10:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/117a069c-dfcf-49d2-9c44-6c6b03493451 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/117a069c-dfcf-49d2-9c44-6c6b03493451 23rd November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester Intend link ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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