Tender

Inverted Research Microscope for Live-Cell Imaging

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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15 Dec 2017 at 14:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is seeking proposals for the procurement of an Inverted Research Microscope for Live-Cell Imaging, with a focus on significant visualisation capabilities for various light microscopy methods. This tender falls under the goods category and is classified as laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses) according to the CPV scheme. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 10th January 2018. The contracting process employs an open procedure and has a total value of £75,000, with a minimum bid threshold of £10,000. Delivery addresses include locations within the United Kingdom and several British Overseas Territories. The contract is scheduled to commence on 11th January 2018 and conclude by 12th January 2018.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses focused on laboratory equipment and imaging technology, particularly those specialising in microscopes and optical instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-positioned to compete due to the nature of the goods required, which may call for innovative solutions and tailored offers. Businesses capable of delivering high-resolution imaging systems with advanced capabilities for live-cell studies will find this tender particularly relevant. With the support of a reputable institution like the University of Exeter, successful bidders could enhance their market presence and foster long-term partnerships within the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inverted Research Microscope for Live-Cell Imaging

Notice Description

This microscope will serve as the workhorse system for performing live-cell imaging over a range of magnifications, in all cases with emphasis on achieving superior visualization of specimens using diverse light microscopy methods and contrast techniques including brightfield, phase contrast, polarisation, differential interference contrast and wide-field fluorescence. Low-magnification will be used to track, identify and maintain populations of cells or larger moving specimens in the field of view for as long as possible, while high magnifications will be used to focus upon and resolve intracellular features, structures, and activity - with particular emphasis on the fast beating motion of cilia and flagella. It is anticipated that high-speed imaging will be necessary to document and analyse such activity. Key research aims include developing and optimising the microscopy set-up to achieve high quality, high resolution images, optimising the optics for high speed bright field and fluorescence imaging, maximising the ability to control and perturb samples while imaging (e.g. by immobilizing cells or organisms on micropipettes or through the use of microfluidics), making long-duration recordings of single-organism as well as population-level behaviour, establishing new fluorescence imaging techniques for specialist dyes or reporters (calcium, pH, voltage etc) for use in species of interest. Due to the complexity and range of experiments to be performed with the system, the desired microscope should be as versatile and as reconfigurable as possible, leaving open the possibility for future expansion. In addition to the light microscopy capabilities mentioned above, the system must be capable of wide-field fluorescence imaging. A fully motorised system with intelligently linked optical components is required to enable rapid switching between illumination methods, which is essential for imaging or highlighting different organelles or components within the same cell.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bdeac27-fd29-49bc-afb1-68c59a76d6f7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jan 2018 - 12 Jan 2018 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

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