UKRI MRC RE18210 - High Throughput Centrifuge

***The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 29th May 2018 at 14:00.*** DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. Key Features & Capabilities · Floor standing · 230V 50hz single phase power supply · Maximum speed 30,000rpm · Maximum g force 110,000g · Friction reduction system · Maximum heat dissipation to room 1.5kW (in steady state conditions) · Low work surface height (no greater than 900mm) · Large rotor chamber · Hands free door operation · Refrigerated · Maximum capacity of 4L · LCD control screen · Delayed start capability · Run times to 99 minutes · Multi-level security access with password protection for individual users (up to 40) · Function to track use of individual rotor by type and serial number and DRIC recognition of rotors Rotor specification: · Fixed angle rotor with biocontainment canisters/lids for 6x500ml bottles (capable of up to 17500g, 10,000rpm) Additional rotors required: · Fixed angle rotor with single lock lid capable of 75400g for 8x50ml tubes plus adaptors for 10ml tubes Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the RFx attachments tab within the Emptoris System. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS will be using the CCS eSourcing Suite for this procurement. To register on the CCS eSourcing portal please follow the details contained within the Additional Information section of this notice. If you are already registered on the CCS eSourcing portal and wish to register your interest in this opportunity please email; expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: • the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; • the name of the registered Bidder; • the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email.