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title: "High-dimensional (HD) single cell analysis platform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0377f0"
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# High-dimensional (HD) single cell analysis platform

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0377f0

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has completed the procurement process for a High-dimensional (HD) single cell analysis platform. This was a tender process for the procurement of goods in the industry category of cytometers. The University aimed to enhance its mass cytometry facility to conduct research in areas such as infection, immunity, cancer, and development. The awarded contract, valued at £350,000, was signed on December 13, 2022. The procurement method used was an open procedure with a focus on quality and cost criteria.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses involved in supplying cytometry equipment to engage with the University of Manchester. Companies that specialise in providing high-dimensional single cell analysis platforms would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The University of Manchester, as the buying organisation, has active engagement and clear communication channels for potential suppliers. The procurement stage has involved an award process with a specific review period to ensure transparency and fairness.

## Notice

The University would like to enhance its mass cytometry facility with the procurement of a high dimensional single cell analysis platform in order to conduct research in key areas of infection and immunity, cancer and development. The ability to detect in excess of 40 biomarkers in a single cell suspension is a key requirement. Specification submitted to the tendering process will consist of instrument configurations that could support the anticipated applications. We will review submissions from all applicants whether they provide a solution to all of the specifications set out here.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University would like to enhance its mass cytometry facility with the procurement of a high dimensional single cell analysis platform in order to conduct research in key areas of infection and immunity, cancer and development. The ability to detect in excess of 40 biomarkers in a single cell suspension is a key requirement. Specification submitted to the tendering process will consist of instrument configurations that could support the anticipated applications. We will review submissions from all applicants whether they provide a solution to all of the specifications set out here.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035975-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Dec 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £430,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £350,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STANDARD BIOTOOLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434510 - Cytometers

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2022 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035975-2022
- 21 Oct 2022 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029785-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.procurement.manchester.ac.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/

## Provenance

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