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title: "High-dimensional Flow Cytometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028bcf"
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# High-dimensional Flow Cytometer

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028bcf

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Cardiff University involves the acquisition of a high-dimensional flow cytometer, classified under the goods category and identified by the CPV code for cytometers. The tender was published under an open procedure, and although the procurement status is complete, it is noted that the contract was recently awarded related to this process. The contract's value is approximately £318,829, with the signing taking place on 15 December 2020. The delivery location is aimed at Cardiff, and key specifications for the required equipment include advanced features for sample handling and data management.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-tech laboratory equipment, particularly those engaged in the field of cytometry and biological analysis. Companies that manufacture or provide support services for high-dimensional flow cytometers would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, firms with expertise in creating user-friendly data management systems and robust maintenance plans will likely find a competitive edge in this procurement process, as detailed specifications around installation and performance qualifications have been outlined.

## Notice

The University requires a high-dimensional flow cytometer with the following specifications:- The installation and maintenance plan should include a PQ (performance qualification) and an OQ (operational qualification). The equipment should have at least a 5 laser configuration and one of the lasers must be a UV laser. There should be an indication of the number of fluorochromes that can be detected off each of the lasers. The instrument should have the ability to measure at least 21 parameters. The ability to run samples from 96- and 384-well plates is an important functionality that is essential. Evidence should be provided to indicate how quality control is achieved with the instrument. Individual user accounts should be able to be created. The instrument should have capacity for a large amount of data storage and the capability to easily back up data.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires a high-dimensional flow cytometer with the following specifications:- The installation and maintenance plan should include a PQ (performance qualification) and an OQ (operational qualification). The equipment should have at least a 5 laser configuration and one of the lasers must be a UV laser. There should be an indication of the number of fluorochromes that can be detected off each of the lasers. The instrument should have the ability to measure at least 21 parameters. The ability to run samples from 96- and 384-well plates is an important functionality that is essential. Evidence should be provided to indicate how quality control is achieved with the instrument. Individual user accounts should be able to be created. The instrument should have capacity for a large amount of data storage and the capability to easily back up data.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001145-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £318,829 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 0DE |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Adamsdown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff East |
| Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECTON DICKINSON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434510 - Cytometers

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2021 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001145-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:509121-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0258

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