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title: "Supply of a Biophysical Equipment System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000698752"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE"
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# Supply of a Biophysical Equipment System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000698752

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## Summary

The University of Dundee is currently conducting a procurement process for the supply of a Biophysical Equipment System, aimed at enhancing biophysical characterisation capabilities essential for research into Proteolysis Targeting Chimeras (PROTACs) and molecular glues. This tender falls under the goods category within the education industry and is being hosted in Markinch, UK. The deadline for submissions is set for 29 July 2022 at 12:00 GMT, with the tender period closing at the same time. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing a diverse range of businesses to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-tech biophysical equipment and molecular characterisation tools, particularly those with capabilities in developing systems that can handle complex sample requirements. Companies focusing on advanced scientific instrumentation or related technologies could find this tender well-suited to their offerings. Engaging in this process could also foster partnerships with academic institutions and enhance visibility within the research community, which is increasingly focused on innovative biophysical methods.

## 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 | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452628 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452628

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=1
  29th June 2022 - Master ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=2
  29th June 2022 - Statement of Requirement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=3
  29th June 2022 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=4
  29th June 2022 - Quality Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=5
  29th June 2022 - UoD Form of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=6
  29th June 2022 - Terms & Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN452628&idx=7
  29th June 2022 - Sustain Supply Chain Code of Conduct
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452628
  Supply of a Biophysical Equipment System - 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.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=698752
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- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000698752
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