Scope
Description
The University of York is pleased to invite tenders for the provision of a Continuous Flow Reactor System in accordance with this Invitation to Tender (ITT). This ITT is being undertaken on behalf of the University's Chemistry Department. An integrated system is required for exploring a variety of chemistries in flow, including polymer synthesis, biocatalysis, gel-flow, peptide synthesis, catalysis, electrochemistry. The scope of services is to include the delivery and installation of the system, training and ongoing support and maintenance. Full details can be obtained by registering with the University's tender portal (https://intendhost.co.uk/york/aspx/Home) and following the bidding instructions to access the invitation to tender (ITT) documents.
Total value (estimated)
- £130,000 excluding VAT
- £160,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 31 March 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
Extended warranty of 24 months (36 months in total)
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
8 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The University will use their eTendering system in this procurement exercise. Prospective suppliers should first register on the In-Tend system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/york/. You will then need to login using the email address and password you have chosen and click on 'Current Tenders'. You will then be able to express an interest in the tender opportunity and immediately view and download the tender documentation. All bids must be submitted via In-Tend, using the same link.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
University of York
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10007167
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@york.ac.uk
Website: http://www.york.ac.uk
Region: UKE21 - York
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government