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title: "Supply of a Biophysical Equipment System"
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# Supply of a Biophysical Equipment System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-034c1a

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## Summary

The University of Dundee is currently conducting a tender for the supply of a Biophysical Equipment System, with the procurement process classified under the goods category, specifically in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This active tender is part of an open procurement method, and electronic submissions are accepted until 29th July 2022. The equipment will enhance the biophysical characterization of PROTACs and molecular glues, significantly supporting the newly established Centre for Targeted Protein Degradation (CeTPD) located in the UKM71 region.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the scientific and laboratory equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in biophysical measurement technologies. Companies that can provide advanced analytical instruments or have expertise in developing systems for complex sample interactions would find themselves well-placed to compete. By participating in this tender, suppliers can potentially expand their market presence and forge partnerships within the academic and pharmaceutical research communities, thereby fostering business growth.

## Notice

Biophysical characterization of binary and ternary complex formations in proximity-inducing compounds is a key step in the iterative improvement of potency of Proteolysis Targeting Chimeras (PROTACs) and molecular glues. In order for us to have the ability to scrutinise the affinity and kinetics of binary and ternary complexes with challenging sample requirements (e.g. low affinity (1-10 uM) complexes, low protein availability, homoPROTACs etc) highly specialised systems are required. The technique will provide a readout of compound/PROTAC affinity while providing insight into additional biophysical parameters, all of which can be critical for compound optimization/prioritization. This tender aims to substantially increase the ability of biophysicists and chemists to assess PROTAC/molecular glue biophysics and will be complimentary to techniques currently available to the new Center for Targeted Protein Degradation (CeTPD) (including SPR, ITC, TR-FRET) while being able to probe interactions that other techniques cannot currently scrutinise. The new machine will be housed in the CeTPD.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Biophysical characterization of binary and ternary complex formations in proximity-inducing compounds is a key step in the iterative improvement of potency of Proteolysis Targeting Chimeras (PROTACs) and molecular glues. In order for us to have the ability to scrutinise the affinity and kinetics of binary and ternary complexes with challenging sample requirements (e.g. low affinity (1-10 uM) complexes, low protein availability, homoPROTACs etc) highly specialised systems are required. The technique will provide a readout of compound/PROTAC affinity while providing insight into additional biophysical parameters, all of which can be critical for compound optimization/prioritization. This tender aims to substantially increase the ability of biophysicists and chemists to assess PROTAC/molecular glue biophysics and will be complimentary to techniques currently available to the new Center for Targeted Protein Degradation (CeTPD) (including SPR, ITC, TR-FRET) while being able to probe interactions that other techniques cannot currently scrutinise. The new machine will be housed in the CeTPD.

Renewal: Extended warranty/service if taken out later and not at time of equipment purchase.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017780-2022 |
| 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 | 29 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2022 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE |
| Locality | MARKINCH |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 4HN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | West End |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2022 at 14:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017780-2022

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