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RFL Arveo Evolved Microscope x 2 framework 2022/S 000-020537

PARTNERS PROCUREMENT SERVICE

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25 Feb 2026 at 15:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerned the National Framework Agreement for Operating Microscopes, managed by Partners Procurement Service based in London, England. The tender, titled "RFL Arveo Evolved Microscope x 2 framework 2022/S 000-020537," falls under the medical equipment industry category. Central to this process was the utilisation of a direct procurement method through a single tender action, situated below the threshold. The procurement reached the award stage, with an active status indicating the conclusion of the process. Key dates included the tender period ending on 30th November 2025 and the contract period spanning from 12th to 13th December 2025. The contract, valued at £579,612.91, involved delivery to postal code N19 5NF.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large-scale businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying medical equipment. Given the direct procurement approach utilised, single tender actions can be highly advantageous for businesses with existing relationships or those known for reliable service delivery in the targeted industry. This contract was awarded to Leica Microsystems Cambridge Limited, a large entity, highlighting a preference for suppliers with significant capacity and robust operational presence. Although SMEs or VCSE organisations were deemed unsuitable for this specific tender, large enterprises in the medical equipment industry would benefit from positioning themselves favourably with procurement services like Partners Procurement Service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFL Arveo Evolved Microscope x 2 framework 2022/S 000-020537

Notice Description

National Framework Agreement for Operating Microscopes Contract Reference Number: 2022/S 000-020537

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c79b1a07-b8ef-402b-9da6-66dc1a239878
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6349551d-e016-4a8b-bc3b-e2030e84809c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£579,612 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£579,612 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PARTNERS PROCUREMENT SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW3 2QG
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Gospel Oak
Westminster Constituency
Hampstead and Highgate

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS CAMBRIDGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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