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GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3606 iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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08 Aug 2024 at 09:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3606 iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system" has been completed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI). This contract falls under the microscopes industry category and is located in the East of England. The procurement stage is at the award stage with the award date being 18th December 2023. The contract, valued at £96,383.71, started on 21st December 2023 and is set to end on 8th August 2024. The supplier awarded this contract is CAIRN RESEARCH LIMITED. The procurement method details were not specified.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those in the SME and VCSE categories, as it involves supplying advanced microscope upgrade components. Companies with expertise in developing and supplying highly specialised optical instruments and those that are capable of delivering high-precision goods within strict timelines would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in contracts with prestigious entities like UKRI could enhance a supplier’s portfolio and open doors to further business prospects in the scientific research sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3606 iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system

Notice Description

Supply of iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system Additional information: Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6bac8ad6-04e1-40b3-bcd9-e9df784c9ed5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b884782a-63f5-452d-adbf-2be6e7198952
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,383 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,383 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
21 Dec 2023 - 8 Aug 2024 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
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
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

CAIRN RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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