Tender

GB-London: Polarised Light Microscope

VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM

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Tender

06 Nov 2020 at 14:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Victoria and Albert Museum is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of a polarised light microscope, with the title "GB-London: Polarised Light Microscope". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on fluorescent and polarising microscopes. The contract will be delivered in London, UK, and is open for submissions until 24 November 2020. The total budget for this project is estimated between £50,000 and £100,000, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 4 January 2021, lasting until 31 December 2024. The method selected for this procurement is an open procedure, with potential tenders encouraged to include all associated costs, including a one-year warranty and four years of preventive maintenance.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific equipment and laboratory services. Businesses that manufacture or supply polarising microscopes or related technologies, as well as those offering maintenance and support services for such equipment, would be particularly well-suited to compete. The invitation for innovative quotes also suggests that there is room for alternative solutions, making this a versatile opportunity for suppliers looking to expand their presence within the museum and conservation sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Polarised Light Microscope

Notice Description

The V&A wishes to procure a polarised light microscope for the Science Section, for the investigation of samples 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 instrument will be used in proximity of 13 amp, 240 volt AC, 50 Hz supply, in a non-air conditioned laboratory. 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-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/091bfc6d-5fd7-4280-9268-48a8194b7d16
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

38515000 - Fluorescent and polarising 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
6 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2024 3-4 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

Notice Documents

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