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Cryo Focused Ion Beam (cryo-FIB) Scanning Electron Microscope with integrated fluorescence

BIRKBECK COLLEGE

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28 Oct 2025 at 12:04

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Summary of the contracting process

Birkbeck College has successfully completed a selective procurement process under the framework agreement NWUPC LAB3162, awarding a lot for a Cryo Focused Ion Beam (cryo-FIB) Scanning Electron Microscope. This procurement, valued at £1,426,441, falls under the goods category, specifically in the ion and molecular microscopes sector (CPV Code: 38512000). The instrument will be used for advanced research in structural molecular biology. The procurement process culminated in the award phase, with FEI UK Limited selected as the supplier. The delivery location is specified in London, postal code WC1E 7HX, and the contract period spans from 26th September 2025 to 25th December 2028.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-tech precision instruments, particularly those offering advanced microscopy solutions for scientific research. Given the scope and value of the equipment, firms that can provide cutting-edge technology tailored to molecular biology applications would be well-matched to this type of procurement. The framework agreement also implies potential for future call-offs, making this an attractive avenue for SMEs looking to expand their footprint in the scientific research instrumentation market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cryo Focused Ion Beam (cryo-FIB) Scanning Electron Microscope with integrated fluorescence

Notice Description

Lot 2 NWUPC LAB3162 Framework Agreement for a modern cryo-Focused Ion Beam Microscope (cryo-FIB) with in-column fluorescence and lift-out capabilities to perform milling of vitreous cell and tissue for research in structural molecular biology.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-562696f6-0883-4b9a-9c1c-e5aa039e7656
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481ea113-e6db-409d-9be9-ddd4be1ab390
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38512000 - Ion and molecular microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,426,441 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,426,441 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
25 Sep 2025 - 25 Dec 2028 3-4 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
BIRKBECK COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1E 7HX
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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