Tender

GB-Leeds: 2x Optical Microscopes

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

16 Oct 2018 at 09:42

Tender

01 Oct 2018 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds is currently conducting an open procurement process to acquire two optical microscopes for the School of Chemistry. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the closing date for submissions extended to 29 October 2018 at 13:00. Bidders have the option to tender for one or both microsopes, which must be delivered to a location within the Yorkshire and the Humber region. This contract is projected to be valued at £100,000, with a minimum value of £50,000, and the contract period set to commence on 5 November 2018 and continuing until 5 November 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific equipment, particularly in optics. Businesses with expertise in the production or supply of microscopy technology would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this contract could lead to fruitful collaborations with a prestigious institution such as the University of Leeds, thereby enhancing the visibility and growth potential of participating firms in the academic and research markets.

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Notice Title

GB-Leeds: 2x Optical Microscopes

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 16 October 2018 for the following reason: Extension of closing date to 29.10.18 at 13:00(The School of Chemistry at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for two optical microscopes, where bids can be made for the individual instruments, or both microscopes. We wish to purchase one zoom stereomicroscope, and one inverted light microscope.) 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1e21e09d-7e9e-4f2d-84b7-af208a8e8742
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dda53bf2-df00-44d6-b250-bde579f270e8
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
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Nov 2018 - 5 Nov 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Sam Greaves
Contact Email
s.j.greaves@leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01133438178

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JZ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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