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title: "CEFAS21-78 Liquid chromatography High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry system"
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# CEFAS21-78 Liquid chromatography High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry system

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02f460

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## Summary

The Cefas is currently undertaking a public procurement process for a High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry system, identified as CEFAS21-78. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically classified as a mass spectrometer (CPV code 38433100). Located in Weymouth, United Kingdom, the procurement is at the 'Tender' stage with a submission deadline extending to 22nd November 2021. The total estimated contract value is £280,000, and the successful supplier will be responsible for delivery to the Cefas laboratory in Weymouth over a period of 360 days.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, analytical instruments, and related installation services. Companies that manufacture or supply high-resolution mass spectrometers are particularly well-suited to compete, as well as those with expertise in providing related scientific equipment and support services. Businesses should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to meet the specific technical requirements outlined by Cefas, which include capabilities for both contaminant analysis and metabolomics workflows.

## Notice

Due to an expansion of work activities, Cefas has a requirement for a High-Resolution Mass Spectrometer (HRMS) at its Weymouth laboratory. This will expand upon the existing analytical capabilities and complement the existing triple quadrupole mass spectrometers and HPLC systems on site. The system is required to have as a minimum three main applications for use, although other applications are expected. These include: 1. High resolution accurate mass MS and MS/MS information for identification and structural elucidation of low molecular weight natural aquatic biotoxins; 2. Untargeted analysis and identification of chemical contaminants (i.e. pharmaceutical compounds) in tissue and environmental samples; 3. Metabolomics workflow. The system should also incorporate an appropriate chromatographic separation module https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/52704340017C7AB3607B

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Due to an expansion of work activities, Cefas has a requirement for a High-Resolution Mass Spectrometer (HRMS) at its Weymouth laboratory. This will expand upon the existing analytical capabilities and complement the existing triple quadrupole mass spectrometers and HPLC systems on site. The system is required to have as a minimum three main applications for use, although other applications are expected. These include: 1. High resolution accurate mass MS and MS/MS information for identification and structural elucidation of low molecular weight natural aquatic biotoxins; 2. Untargeted analysis and identification of chemical contaminants (i.e. pharmaceutical compounds) in tissue and environmental samples; 3. Metabolomics workflow. The system should also incorporate an appropriate chromatographic separation module

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027891-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £280,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CEFAS |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2021 at 22:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027891-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cefas.co.uk
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/52704340017C7AB3607B

## Provenance

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