Tender

Provision of an Inverted Optical Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

27 Apr 2021 at 15:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is inviting tenders for the provision of a research-grade inverted optical microscope, which is essential for imaging brightfield, DIC, and fluorescence, along with integrated laser ablation capabilities. This procurement belongs to the goods category, specifically classified under microscopes (CPV code 38510000) and includes additional classifications for inverted and darkfield microscopes. The open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 27 May 2021. The contract is expected to begin on 8 June 2021 and will run until 7 June 2022, with delivery required in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in scientific equipment manufacturing, particularly those with expertise in producing high-quality optical instruments or components. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given their suitability for this contract. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for advanced microscopy and possess experience in responsive customer service and technical support will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an Inverted Optical Microscope

Notice Description

Tenders are invited for an research-grade inverted optical microscope for brightfield, DIC, fluorescence imaging, with fully-integrated laser ablation capability. The system will be used to visualise and manipulate fast cellular dynamics occurring at the microscale or below.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-acc37429-00a7-4d10-8888-167883519250
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7196080-ccf7-401c-9ed5-d6cf2d089a1c
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

38510000 - Microscopes

38513100 - Inverted microscopes

38514100 - Darkfield microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jun 2021 - 7 Jun 2022 6-12 months
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

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