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title: "3D Bioprinter Supply and Installation"
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# 3D Bioprinter Supply and Installation

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa2e76e6-20ac-4d14-8997-7fc3d9dca88f

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## Summary

Aston University has awarded a contract for the supply and installation of a specialist 3D Bioprinter. The contract value is £600,000 GBP, and the contract period is from October 2023 to September 2024. The procurement method used was a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The deadline for tender submission was on October 9, 2023. The University aims to prioritize the ability to control voxel sizes for smooth surface production of microfluidic channels, among other technical requirements.

This tender for the supply and installation of a specialized 3D Bioprinter by Aston University provides an opportunity for businesses in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment sector. Companies with expertise in advanced printing technologies and material engineering may find this tender suitable for their capabilities. The negotiating procedure without prior publication allows for direct engagement with the University, presenting a unique chance for qualified suppliers to secure a contract for a valuable project in the specified industry.

## Notice

Aston University intends to award the contract without a call for competition in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 ((32.2(b) ii). The contract duration is expected to be October 2023 to September 2024 as per the warranty period. In order to achieve our objectives, the University requires the following: * Ability to control the voxel size along one scanning plane using synchronized laser power modulation at high speeds. Necessary to achieve smooth surfaces for micro fluidic channels on much higher speeds for this high resolution compared to any other technique. * Method of printing such as Dip-in Laser Lithography (DiLL), where the resin is simultaneously used as an immersion medium and written on the same side of the substrate as the imaging objective. This is necessary to eliminate height restrictions on printed structures. Some users plan structures of ~20mm height. * Printing on non-transparent and non-planar surfaces in addition to planar transparent. This is necessary for many major users particularly those printing on CMOS chips, semiconductors and electronic interface components. Also users will require ability to print into commercially available microfluidic chips with channels and cell perfusion wells with range of ~1200-1700 um depth. * Upright printing platform (i.e. the objective approaches from above) is necessary for many planned user printing at Aston. It is ideal for wafer-scale and batch production, and enabling of large height structures. * Availability of a wide range of materials to be used with the system, such as biocompatible low fluorescence material printing, glass structure printing, and biocompatible gels. Aston user experience with materials important for rapid and confident user uptake. * Features of the equipment required for use in the Aston multiuser facility. These include a sound pressure level (LpA) below 40 dB(A), and remote access and monitoring of prints. Touchscreen user interface to allow intuitive operation and increase usability facilitating maximal usage. * Additionally, features that enable rapid setup and calibration, with writing strategies to enable high throughput of large structures. These are necessary for the efficiency of Aston multiuser facility and approaches such as rapid prototyping. * Short lead time to meet requirement of funding usage. The University will not enter the proposed contract before 10 October 2023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda90f4b-f8d6-4387-93ac-58cd6ae86ad9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2023 |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2023 - 17 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2023 at 17:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda90f4b-f8d6-4387-93ac-58cd6ae86ad9
- 26 Sep 2023 at 17:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0f70-32bb-4a83-9dca-c4f2756cf276
- 26 Sep 2023 at 17:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0f70-32bb-4a83-9dca-c4f2756cf276

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda90f4b-f8d6-4387-93ac-58cd6ae86ad9
  18th October 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0f70-32bb-4a83-9dca-c4f2756cf276
  26th September 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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