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Next Generation Confocal Microscope

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)

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12 Nov 2024 at 15:09

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has completed a public procurement process to acquire a Next Generation Confocal Microscope. This procurement falls under the industry category of Microscopes (CPV: 38510000) and was conducted through a mini-competition under the APUC Framework Agreement LAB 1028 AP. The contract, valued at £414,838 GBP, is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, with the delivery period scheduled from 19th March 2024 to 18th July 2025. The procurement method was unspecified and aimed at completing the tender by 27th November 2023. The contract was awarded on 7th February 2024 to Nikon UK.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in microscopy and imaging equipment, particularly those capable of providing advanced laser-based imaging systems and components. While SMEs and VCSEs were not highlighted as suitable candidates, larger suppliers in the microscopy industry with a strong track record can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and enhance their market presence. Companies with expertise in providing high-precision laboratory equipment to academic institutions will find this contract particularly beneficial for business growth.

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Notice Title

Next Generation Confocal Microscope

Notice Description

Mini Competition through APUC Framework Agreement reference LAB 1028 AP for Microscopy and Imaging Equipment, Lot 3 Laser-based Imaging Systems and Laser Components for a Next Generation Confocal Microscope.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6d432fe3-825a-4c63-bd18-fb84451cb0cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d862b24b-49cd-40da-b0ec-d5f260702be1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£414,838 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£414,838 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2024 - 18 Jul 2025 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
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NIKON

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