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title: "GB-Bath: Fermentor"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f09212db-6573-452f-92e6-3728ce739eff"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BATH"
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# GB-Bath: Fermentor

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f09212db-6573-452f-92e6-3728ce739eff

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## Summary

The University of Bath is currently undertaking a tender process for the procurement of a fermentor as part of the establishment of its Biotech Suite, aimed at enhancing access to advanced protein production and analytical facilities. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a total contract value between £25,000 and £50,000. The tender has a submission deadline of 2nd December 2021 and the contract itself is set to commence on 13th December 2021, concluding by 31st January 2022. The tender is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the field of laboratory equipment supply. Businesses with expertise in manufacturing or supplying laboratory and analytical equipment, particularly those that can offer innovative solutions or competitive pricing, will be well-positioned to participate. Given the focus on accessible and state-of-the-art technology, SMEs that specialise in biotech solutions or related services may find this an especially advantageous opportunity for growth and collaboration with a prestigious academic institution.

## Notice

The University of Bath is establishing a Biotech Suite, which will give both internal and external users access to state-of-the-art protein production and analytical equipment. We require a fermentor to produce large scale batches of cells. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aafc0a43-de31-4cd1-a3b4-568451ad36b9 |
| 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 | 18 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Dec 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 BATH |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 7AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bathwick |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2021 at 16:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aafc0a43-de31-4cd1-a3b4-568451ad36b9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aafc0a43-de31-4cd1-a3b4-568451ad36b9
  18th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bath:-Fermentor/R6G5P53Q6T
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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