Procuring Entity: The University of Toronto
Address:
University of Toronto
Procurement Services
215 Huron St, 2nd floor
Toronto, Ontario
Canada, M5S 1A2
Description:
This Request for Proposals (“RFP”) is an invitation by Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy on behalf of The Governing Council of the University of Toronto (the “University”) to prospective Proponents to submit Proposals for the provision of Isoelectric Focusing (IEF) System as further described in the RFP.
A capillary column based isoelectric focusing (IEF) system is required for rapid pI determination and analysis of protein isoforms. The system should perform free solution isoelectric focusing in a capillary column with direct detection of the protein isoforms. This system combines the resolution of traditional gel Isoelectric Focusing (IEF) with the advantages of quantitation and automation applied in liquid chromatography
The system applications should include pI determination, charge heterogeneity analysis, quantitation of charge isoforms, protein quantitation, and identity and purity analysis of biopharmaceuticals. It should be suitable for a wide range of molecules, antibodies and immunoglobulins, antibody drug conjugates, fusion proteins, recombinant and purified proteins and peptides.
The system should demonstrate good value for money, balancing high performance with ease of use, minimal training, minimal maintenance and easy access to long-term technical support.
Tendering Website:
Proponents will find the complete RFP Documents at: https://www.merx.com/
Pricing and Payment Terms are available on the MERX website.
Procurement Method:
Open tender whereby all interested Proponents may submit a response.
Estimated Quantities:
Available within the tender document.
Submission Details:
Suppliers shall submit their response using Bonfire at: https://utoronto.bonfirehub.ca/
Submission Deadline:
See Closing Date below.
Public Opening:
Not Applicable
Mandatory Submission Requirements:
Appendix-Form
Appendix B-Submission Form
Appendix C-Rate Bid Form
Appendix D-References Form
Complete submission requirements are provided within the RFP Documents.
Scored Submission Requirements:
Rated Criteria Category------------------------Weighting (Points)
Experience and Qualifications------------5
Minimum Requirements-------------------40
Delivery, Installation and Training-------15
Warranty and Service----------------------20
Pricing------------------------------------------20
Total Points----------------------------------------100
Complete submission requirements are provided within the RFP Documents.
This procurement is covered by:
- Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement
- Chapter 9 of the Ontario-Quebec Trade and Cooperation Agreement
- Chapter 19 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union
Duration of Agreement:
The term of the Agreement is to be for a period of one (1) Year with an option in favour of the University to extend the Agreement on the same terms and conditions for an additional term of up to four (4) years at one (1) year intervals. It is anticipated that the Agreement will be executed on or around April 2018.
Time-Frame for Delivery: Delivery should be around April 2018
Additional Options:
Available within the tender document.
Negotiation:
At the end of the evaluation process, the University of Toronto may identify one or more suppliers with whom it wishes to enter into negotiations, by written notification.
Supplier Prequalification (if applicable):
Not applicable
Electronic Auction:
The process does not involve an electronic auction.
Suppliers should note that information contained within this notice is subject to change. Suppliers are encouraged to download the tender document, which contains the most current information. If there is a conflict between the tender document and this Tender Notice, the tender document will take precedence.
