--- title: "TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF THREE FLOW CYTOMETER ANALYSERS" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2017-03-09" --- # TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF THREE FLOW CYTOMETER ANALYSERS Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ebd11c34-c534-4bc5-afc8-7794a05f832e.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of three Flow Cytometer Analysers under an open procurement process. This procurement is currently active and is classified under the goods category, specifically for cytometers. The tender period concludes on 10 April 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 15 May 2017 and end by 31 July 2017. The procurement is aimed at suppliers located within the United Kingdom, specifically addressing the region of the West Midlands, with submissions being directed to the university's contact point. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of laboratory equipment and technical support services, particularly those with capabilities in advanced cytometry technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process allows for competitive proposals from organisations equipped to provide not just the analysers, but also comprehensive service packages that ensure equipment upkeep and user training. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in flow cytometry and offer robust support frameworks will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. ## Notice The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of the following 3 Lots: Lot 1: Flow Cytometer Analyser - The device will have at least 4 lasers (488, 405, 561, 640nm) with advantage given to any machine that can be upgraded to 5 lasers with the addition of UV (355nm) laser. - It must be capable of at least 18 independent channels. - It must be capable of bi-exponential (or equivalent) display. - The device must come with a powerful computer needed for system control and data acquisition and analysis. - A training package must be provided for a group of users. Lot 2: Flow Cytometer Analyser - The flow cytometer must have at least 3 lasers; 405, 488, 561nm. These must all work independently and not be co-linear. - The option to include a UV 355nm laser or to add additional lasers is desirable. - It must be capable of at least 12 parameters, 10 colours +forward and side scatter. - The device must come with a powerful computer needed for system control and data acquisition and analysis. - A training package must be provided for a group of users. Lot 3: Flow Cytometer Analyser - The flow cytometer must have at least 3 lasers; 405,488 and 640nm. These must all work independently and not be co-linear. - The option to include a UV 355nm laser or to add additional lasers is desirable. - It must be capable of at least 12 parameters, 10 colours +forward and side scatter. - It must be capable of bi-exponential (or equivalent) display. - The device must come with a powerful computer needed for system control and data acquisition and analysis. - A training package must be provided for a group of users. Support and Service Help A reliable service package is required to ensure the full upkeep and efficiency of the product. This can range from service care contracts for durations after installation to warranties for equipment and what they include. This also will include all technical support and training as well as potential application requirements in the future. The suppliers will agree to provide operational support for the duration of the paid for service contract. Additional information: Further information, specifications and additional documents can be obtained from https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home . Tenders or requests to participate must be sent to the above mentioned contact point. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38c60c4e-b1d2-4745-b62b-8cbd3002496c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 May 2017 - 31 Jul 2017 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38434510 - Cytometers ## Release History - 9 Mar 2017 at 12:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38c60c4e-b1d2-4745-b62b-8cbd3002496c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38c60c4e-b1d2-4745-b62b-8cbd3002496c 9th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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