Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c81-f09b-7118-aca7-03a2bf01df1f/supply-and-installation-of-aquarium-equipment

awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Supply and Installation of Aquarium Equipment

[Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom(THE)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/marine-biological-association-of-the-united-kingdomthe)

Estimated value

£67,455

Published

9 Dec 2020

Deadline

Closed

15 Jan 2021

## 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.

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## About this tender

The Marine Biological Association (MBA) based in Plymouth, UK wishes to advertise an opportunity to supply and install aquarium equipment in separate lots for 12 single unit aquaria. We are looking for suppliers to provide some or all of the equipment

listed below:

- Lot 1 Rectangular Aquaria Tanks of approximately 1000-1400 L volume capacity, with a minimum 90cm depth, insulated or non-insulated.
- Lot 2 Aquarium computer controllers (monitor and modify water quality by use of probes and operating float switches, valves and other equipment) with pH electrode, redox sensors, conductivity electrode, salinity and temperature sensors - expandable to include oxygen probes. Including any required powerbars and powerhubs.
- Lot 3 Water quality/control equipment (general aquarium equipment) including 1000L capacity biofilters, 1000L capacity UV filters, pumps, 1000L capacity protein skimmers, 2 x 600w titanium heaters and 2000L capacity chillers.
- Lot 4 Lighting. A) Supplying Custom made LED light panels capable of producing 100 PAR at 60cm depth over 1m2 and B) installation of the lighting into the aquarium system with assistance from MBA staff.
- Lot 5 Tank plumbing and operating equipment - 12 x 32mm electric solenoid valves, pipework, cabeling, FPS sheeting, waterproof cabinets.
- Lot 6 Installation service of aquaria equipment from Lot 1-5 at MBA in Plymouth.

Suppliers can bid for as many lots as they wish. Suppliers need to be registered business in the EU, with comprehensive business insurance and a proven track record of supplying commercial or large-scale aquaria for the past 5 years. All equipment needs to comply with EU safety regulations with a minimum 2 years warranty on equipment.

Additional information: The technical specification and evaluation criteria and an FAQ is also available on the MBA website at [mba.ac.uk](https://www.mba.ac.uk/blog/aquarium-equipment-suppliers-needed-0)

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## CPV classification

Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e290bf0c-6a8b-4ed0-bddf-0ade7c6254c8)

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