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UKRI-5530 High Resolution Confocal Microscope

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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06 Jan 2026 at 10:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by UK Research and Innovation involved the acquisition of a high resolution confocal microscope. This tender fell under the industry category of microscopes and was conducted through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in Swindon at Polaris House, North Star Avenue, the procurement transitioned from the tender stage, which ended on 18th December 2025, to the award of the contract on 23rd December 2025. The contract period is scheduled from 24th December 2025 to 12th February 2027, with the total contract valued at GBP 628,278.24.

This procurement opportunity provides significant growth potential for businesses specialising in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in high-precision optical instruments. Although the tender was suited for larger businesses, given its scale and complexity, it presents opportunities for subcontractors and suppliers within the microscope supply chain. Carl Zeiss Ltd, the supplier awarded the contract, exemplifies the calibre of businesses well-suited for this type of engagement, likely benefitting from established expertise and capacity within the industry.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5530 High Resolution Confocal Microscope

Notice Description

Purchase of a high resolution confocal microscope including one year warranty.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-572c26d2-3e5f-4016-9dc2-336a88db9498
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0fadfba-6cde-4dc2-ad89-6a7aecefefb2
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£628,278 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£628,278 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
24 Dec 2025 - 12 Feb 2027 1-2 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
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
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
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARL ZEISS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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