Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c79-38b5-717e-9962-69e47a190e51/cefas21-141-rfq-for-an-environmental-test-chamber closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # CEFAS21-141 RFQ for an Environmental Test Chamber [Defra Network eTendering Portal](https://tendernation.io/buyers/defra-network-etendering-portal) Estimated value £15,000 Published 17 Dec 2021 Deadline Closed 12 Jan 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Cefas' Electronics Team require an environmental test chamber capable of testing our products under extreme and controlled conditions of humidity and temperature. The primary requirements are as follows: - Electronic control of humidity range required is 10% - 95% RH - Electronic control of temperature range is -20°C to +100°C - Control of humidity and temperature outside of these limits will be considered - Programmable cycling option is desirable - Volume of test chamber should be a minimum of 50 litres - Electrical supply must be UK mains 230V, 50/60Hz, single phase - Data output via RS-232 or USB is desirable - Access port required to enable sensors and cabling to be passed into the test chamber - Shelf inside chamber - Maximum allowable external dimensions 2m x 1m x 1m (H x W x D) - An internal light is desirable Delivery and Installation Requirements: Please ensure that delivery lead times are contained within the proposal. It is important to Cefas that delivery is made by week ending 25th March 2022 to ensure payment by end of FY. Cefas understands that lead times on the equipment may not be able to meet this so we would consider evaluating ex-demonstration pieces of equipment that can be delivered within the above timeframe. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership. The equipment is required to be delivered/installed to Cefas, Pakefield Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk. NR33 0HT. All pricing provided must be inclusive of delivery 'INCOTERM DDP' if item is being imported (please advise). Read full description ## CPV classification Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/9f8f074e-73c5-492e-935b-421d0f5fd092) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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