Tender

The supply of 2 x Ultramicrotome's for serial sectioning

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

26 Apr 2017 at 13:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is currently undertaking a tendering process for the supply of two Ultramicrotome machines, essential for reconstructing the neural connectome of organisms at an ultrastructural level. This opportunity falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender period is active, with a submission deadline set for 24th May 2017. Interested parties can participate through an open procurement method, which allows any supplier to submit a tender, facilitating broad competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and precision instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement is designed to be inclusive. Companies with capabilities in providing high-quality scientific instruments, especially those with advanced features like automated control and anti-vibration systems, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance suppliers' visibility and open avenues for growth in the scientific sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The supply of 2 x Ultramicrotome's for serial sectioning

Notice Description

The project aims at reconstructing the neural connectome of entire organism at the ultrastructural level. We will collect uniform, uninterrupted series of ultrathin (30-50 nm) sections for serial section electron microscopy. We wish to purchase 2 x ultramicrotome's with anti-vibration system, automated control, and good illumination for room temperature sectioning

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c4b46073-a983-4e47-a528-99329195727a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad678d7f-e639-47e8-8927-bbd4264968b1
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, VCSE
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)

38518200 - Stereo or dissecting light microscopes

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2017 - 23 May 2018 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

Notice Documents

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