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Upgrade to electron microscopy equipment.

University of Leeds

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21 Aug 2018 at 09:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds recently completed a procurement process to upgrade their electron microscopy equipment, valued at £1,198,000. This contract was awarded under a selective procurement method, specifically using a restricted procedure since it exceeded the financial threshold. The procurement stage has reached the award phase, with the contract expected to commence on 15 May 2019 and run until 14 March 2020. The equipment is being sourced for delivery to Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of scientific equipment or technology, particularly those able to deliver high-quality electron microscopy instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find a particularly advantageous position to compete for future tenders in this space, given the University of Leeds' interest in engaging SMEs. As the demand for advanced microscopy equipment grows in research and educational institutions, companies that excel in innovation and offer robust support services may find lucrative opportunities within similar future contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Upgrade to electron microscopy equipment.

Notice Description

The University of Leeds intends to enter into a contract with Nion Company to purchase a significant upgrade to existing electron microscopy equipment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-59fd2ee4-e165-4137-9e12-763bcaa6b76c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6535e9b6-7893-4ded-a074-c7b3d313f85a
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38511000 - Electron microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,198,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,198,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20188 years ago
Contract Period
15 May 2019 - 14 Mar 2020 6-12 months
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
University of Leeds
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JZ
Postcode Area
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Nion Co

Further Information

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