Section one: Contracting authority/entity
one.1) Name and addresses
University of Exeter
Northcote House
Exeter
EX4 4QH
Contact
Megan Brine
Telephone
+44 1392723333
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKK - South West (England)
National registration number
RC000653
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Imaging Cytomics Instrument
Reference number
UOE/2023/101/MB
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
The University has a requirement for a MACSima Tissue Cytomics Instrument from Miltenyi Biotec. The unique capabilities of the MACSima Imaging Cyclic Staining technology (MICS) – based on advanced fluorescence microscopy with cyclic staining, imaging, and erasing – are crucial for our research. Our projects demand high-content analysis with extensive multiplexing, a comprehensive antibody portfolio, versatile sample compatibility, advanced data analysis, and automated non-destructive staining that uniquely meet the University's technical and scientific needs for its projects. Specifically, its unparalleled ability to analyze hundreds (>400) of markers on a single sample without damage aligns precisely with the University's advanced spatial biology research needs.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £476,700
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38434510 - Cytometers
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKK - South West (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The University has a requirement for a MACSima Tissue Cytomics Instrument from Miltenyi Biotec. The unique capabilities of the MACSima Imaging Cyclic Staining technology (MICS) – based on advanced fluorescence microscopy with cyclic staining, imaging, and erasing – are crucial for our research. Our projects demand high-content analysis with extensive multiplexing, a comprehensive antibody portfolio, versatile sample compatibility, advanced data analysis, and automated non-destructive staining that uniquely meet the University's technical and scientific needs for its projects. Specifically, its unparalleled ability to analyze hundreds (>400) of markers on a single sample without damage aligns precisely with the University's advanced spatial biology research needs."
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Award of a contract without prior publication of a call for competition in the cases listed below
- The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the regulations
Explanation:
The University has a requirement for a MACSima Tissue Cytomics Instrument from Miltenyi Biotec. The unique capabilities of the MACSima Imaging Cyclic Staining technology (MICS) – based on advanced fluorescence microscopy with cyclic staining, imaging, and erasing – are crucial for our research. Our projects demand high-content analysis with extensive multiplexing, a comprehensive antibody portfolio, versatile sample compatibility, advanced data analysis, and automated non-destructive staining that uniquely meet the University's technical and scientific needs for its projects. Specifically, its unparalleled ability to analyze hundreds (>400) of markers on a single sample without damage aligns precisely with the University's advanced spatial biology research needs.
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section five. Award of contract/concession
Contract No
UOE/2023/101/MB
Title
Imaging Cytomics Instrument
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract/concession
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
8 February 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor/concessionaire
Miltenyi Biotec Ltd
Surrey
GU24 9DR
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UK - United Kingdom
The contractor/concessionaire is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot/concession (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot/concession: £476,700
Section six. Complementary information
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
royal Court of Justice
Strand
London
WC2A 2LL
Country
United Kingdom
six.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
University of Exeter
Finance Office
Exeter
EX4 4QJ
Country
United Kingdom
six.4.4) Service from which information about the review procedure may be obtained
University of Exeter
Finance Office
Exeter
EX4 4QJ
Country
United Kingdom