Tender

GB-London: Digital Microscope and Related Services

VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM

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Tender

27 Oct 2020 at 17:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Victoria and Albert Museum is currently seeking tenders for the procurement of a digital microscope and related services, aimed at facilitating forensic applications for its science section. This open procedure is intended for suppliers within the goods category, specifically focusing on microscopes. The tender is active, with submissions due by 13th November 2020. The estimated value of the contract ranges between £100,000 and £500,000, with the contract period commencing on 14th December 2020 and lasting until 13th December 2025. This procurement opportunity is located in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in high-value contracts with a prestigious institution. Businesses that specialise in providing scientific equipment and services, particularly those experienced in research-grade instruments, would be well-positioned to compete. With the possibility of offering alternative quotes and options, providers with innovative solutions or added value services are encouraged to participate, enhancing their market presence within the public procurement space.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Digital Microscope and Related Services

Notice Description

The V&A wishes to procure a digital microscope for the Science Section, for the investigation of a wide variety of samples and three-dimensional objects from across the museum collections. The instrument chosen will be a 'turn-key' system and all hardware, firmware and software costs must be included in your tender return. In addition a one-year statutory warranty plus an additional four years of preventive maintenance should be included in the total cost. The intended applications for the instrument are best described as 'forensic applications' due to the wide ranging nature of potential objects and samples. For this reason it is anticipated that the instrument chosen would be of research grade. The instrument will be used in proximity of 13 amp, 240 volt AC, 50 Hz supply, in a non-air conditioned laboratory or in the museum galleries and multiple sites. Tenders may provide options or alternative quotes. Please note that the budget is not confirmed and the award of contract is subject to the V&A receiving the AHRC CapCo funding. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00ff7ef2-6bdc-4cae-a550-0dfb52969e91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80935691-ab4b-45bc-9d92-17f616087336
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 13 Dec 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENSINGTON
Postcode
SW7 2RL
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Further Information

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