Scope
Description
The University of Bath is seeking to procure a digital PCR (dPCR) system.
The system will support advanced molecular biology applications within the University, providing enhanced analytical capability while reducing reagent and sample consumption.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Biomedical-equipment./3H9FJ5CQY3
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Total value (estimated)
- £154,166.66 excluding VAT
- £185,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2025 to 2 August 2026
- 1 year, 2 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38434540 - Biomedical equipment
- 38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
20 June 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
2 July 2025, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 55% |
| Added Value | Quality | 15% |
| Sustainability | Quality | 10% |
| After-sales applications and technical support | Quality | 10% |
| Delivery, installation, and training | Quality | 10% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
The University of Bath
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNGV-7869-ZHZQ
Claverton Down
Bath
BA2 7AY
United Kingdom
Contact name: Lewis Haynes
Email: lh295@bath.ac.uk
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government