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RBGKEW/663 High Resolution SEM

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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19 Dec 2019 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has successfully awarded a contract for the procurement of a High Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) under the title "RBGKEW/663 High Resolution SEM". This contract, valued at approximately £450,000, falls under the industry category of Microscopes and was initiated through a selective procurement method using a framework agreement (LAB3123 NW). The contract period is set from 27th January 2020 to 26th January 2025, with the tender process having been completed by 7th October 2019.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in high-value laboratory equipment, particularly those that can meet the rigorous standards required by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Companies experienced in the production, servicing, and warranties of scientific instruments would find this contract particularly relevant. Engaging in such tenders can enable businesses to enhance their market presence and establish long-term partnerships within the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Title

RBGKEW/663 High Resolution SEM

Notice Description

High Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) procured via the NWUPC framework for High Value Laboratory Equipment (HVLE), agreement number LAB3123 NW, Lot 5 - Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs). Value is approximate due to commercial sensitivity. Term of contract includes potential servicing and warranties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ca637a3-44c0-4300-bf9c-9bd5cc0ab8db
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba21842b-aa69-4dfa-86be-3d2fabb01471
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2020 - 26 Jan 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@kew.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AB
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HITACHI HIGH-TECHNOLOGIES EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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