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UKRI-1080 Airyscan Microscope

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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21 Dec 2020 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "UKRI-1080 Airyscan Microscope" was initiated by UK Research & Innovation, a key buyer located in Swindon, UK. This contract, valued at £391,426.66, falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on microscopes. The procurement method was classified as 'Other' and has now reached the award stage as of 6th November 2020, with the contract period commencing on 7th November 2020 and concluding on 31st March 2021. The delivery addresses included various regions, such as the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in advanced microscopy technologies. Although the awarded supplier is Carl Zeiss Ltd, there remains potential for companies providing complementary products or services related to laboratory equipment and technology to engage with UK Research & Innovation in future procurement processes. Businesses looking to expand in the research or educational sectors, particularly those with expertise in innovative technology, would be well-suited to compete in similar upcoming tenders.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1080 Airyscan Microscope

Notice Description

Airyscan microscope for pressure-freezing system

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3d7a569a-f3c8-4260-a65f-b00cb1eb8673
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9511f3a2-ed89-449f-8412-9f4f5f1a6fd6
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
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
£391,426 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£391,426 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN25 1WR
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Priory Vale
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARL ZEISS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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