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GB-Swindon: UKRI-2937 Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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24 Feb 2023 at 09:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation recently awarded a contract for an Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2 to Nikon Europe. The procurement process involved replacing an obsolete unit and was conducted under the goods category. The contract value amounts to 37,400.9 GBP, with a tender period ending on 23rd February 2023 and a contract period running until 16th March 2023. The buying organisation, UK Research & Innovation, based in Swindon, South East United Kingdom, managed this procurement process.

This award presents an opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment industry, especially those specializing in microscopes. With a specific focus on goods, companies with a large-scale of operations, like Nikon Europe, have been successful in securing such contracts. Understanding the requirements for providing compatible systems and meeting deadlines is crucial for businesses aiming to compete effectively in similar procurement processes. Suppliers catering to research institutions can benefit from staying informed about upcoming tenders and awards within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Swindon: UKRI-2937 Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) had a requirement to provide an Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2 to replace and obsolete unit. It is recommended that the original manufacturer undertake this project due to compatibility with the 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-b5fd17-6ce348a7-054a-4010-bfce-958b72ce4052
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cd2ccc9-ca66-461f-ab8e-ab027269a9c0
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
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38513100 - Inverted microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20233 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2023 - 16 Mar 2023 30 days
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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NIKON EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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