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(NU/1649) The Supply and Installation of a Wide-Field Fluorescence Microscope System for Electrophysiological Research

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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27 May 2021 at 14:56

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Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle University is conducting a procurement process for the supply and installation of a Wide-Field Fluorescence Microscope System, specifically aimed at enhancing its Bioimaging Unit. The contract has a total value of £160,000 and falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with additional services for installation. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, having been completed on 17 May 2021, with the contract period set to commence from 19 May 2021 and run until 20 March 2023. Interested suppliers are expected to have the necessary compatibility with associated imaging equipment and systems.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in advanced optical imaging technology and related installation services. Companies that manufacture or supply high-resolution microscope systems, along with complementary support equipment, would be well-positioned to compete for future contracts. As this procurement is tied to an academic institution, SMEs with innovative solutions in laboratory equipment may find a conducive environment for engagement and collaboration with Newcastle University, offering pathways for growth through specialised service provision.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1649) The Supply and Installation of a Wide-Field Fluorescence Microscope System for Electrophysiological Research

Notice Description

Newcastle University Bioimaging Unit is a multi-user imaging facility within FMS whose primary aim is to provide light high-end light microscopy and support to members of the University as well as external academic or commercial customers. The facility intends to expand its services to include the following imaging equipment detailed below. The primary application of this system will be to obtain high-resolution images of samples during electrophysiological investigation and/or optogenetic stimulation and/or all-optical investigation. We require wide-field fluorescence microscope with a focussing nosepiece for live-cell imaging without harming the specimen in a variety of experimental conditions including but not limited to dynamic imaging of ion/voltage-sensitive dye transients. We require a high-sensitivity/speed camera for imaging of fluorescence at up to and beyond 100 frames per second or 85 frames per second at full resolution (Fast scan: 89.1 frames/s (@2304 x 2304 pixels - full frame, 16 bit). The system must be hardware compatible with the BioCam Duplex MEA system from 3brain (https://www.3brain.com/biocam-duplex.html).The system must also be hardware and software compatible with and the Polygon 1000 DMD patterned illuminator from Mightex and its software PolyScan (https://www.mightexbio.com/products/patterned-illumination/polygon/) allowing all-optical investigations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-21a333e4-0f38-456e-a63d-d591133cfc8b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fac46d39-0b8f-4d6d-a971-b40f28934dc9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£104,054 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
18 May 2021 - 20 May 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NIKON UK, BRANCH OF NIKON HOLDINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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