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Direct Award APUC LAB1028 AP Microscopes and Imaging

UNIVERSITY OF HULL

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12 Nov 2025 at 11:07

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process overseen by the University of Hull pertains to a direct award under the APUC LAB1028 framework for microscopes and imaging equipment. This selective procurement, identified as CTWR1, involves call-offs from a framework agreement and plays a crucial role in an ongoing research project. The procurement, classified within the 'Microscopes' category, equates to a contract value of £112,858 and is set within the UK, specifically in the postal code area HU6 7RX. Conducted in the 'goods' category, the contract award was completed on the 6th of December, 2024, with key publication occurring on the 12th of November, 2025, ensuring transparency in alignment with best practices.

This tender provides prospective opportunities for businesses, especially those experienced in specialist laboratory equipment supply within the microscopy industry. Although the current procurement method limits smaller enterprises as neither SMEs nor VCSEs were deemed suitable, large-scale suppliers, such as Leica Microsystems, have successfully engaged, exemplifying the type of company well-suited to compete. Participation in such frameworks can facilitate businesses’ future growth by solidifying relationships with prominent educational institutions and potentially broadening involvement in phased procurement activities for significant research undertakings.

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Notice Title

Direct Award APUC LAB1028 AP Microscopes and Imaging

Notice Description

This direct award under the framework APUC Microscopes and Imaging forms part of a larger ongoing research project involving the phased procurement of specialist laboratory equipment. Publication of the award was delayed due to the evolving nature of the programme and need to coordinate multiple procurements. This notice is published to ensure transparency and align to best practice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b7e9abe8-e69e-4898-ab2e-fc2dd1edde1a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e050bb-a25c-4294-8c9c-fc7abe0be05e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£112,858 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£112,858 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Dec 2024 - 6 Dec 2024 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
HULL
Postcode
HU6 7RX
Post Town
Hull
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kingston upon Hull, City of
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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