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Published 07 Sep 2017

GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for replacement cryosat system

Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science · United Kingdom

Key facts

Estimated value
£50,000
Closing date
02 Oct 2017
Contract starts
01 Nov 2017
Contract ends
31 Jan 2018
Procedure
Open procedure
Buyer type
Central government

Description

This request for quotation is to replace a cryostat for the use of frozen tissue sectioning in the Cefas Pathology department that has become obsolete.

Requirements (which will be assessed for evaluation):

1.Fully motorised sectioning with adjustable speed, cutting window and section thickness. 2.Internal cryobar or similar for fast freezing of specimens. 3.The ability to adjust specimen head and air temperature independently. 4.Precision specimen head adjustment and orientation. 5.Ease of use 6.Ergonomic and easily accessible cabinet. 7.Defrosting cycle. 8.Sterilise function e.g. fumigation and/or UV. 9.Adjustable working height. 10.Minimum of 30 specimen holders/discs.

In addition, we also require: •A minimum of one-year free servicing (Confirmed upon signature of this RFQ) •Details of further servicing costs (to be provided on Schedule 2 below)

For full details please visit https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9RB6J9WD43

Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

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