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GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3242 Upgrade of microscope light sources to LED technology

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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08 Aug 2024 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has recently completed a procurement process for the "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3242 Upgrade of microscope light sources to LED technology." This tender, classified under "Laboratory microscope replacement bulbs" (CPV code 38519500), pertains to the supply of LED microscope light sources for delivery in the East of England, United Kingdom. The process, which falls under the "Goods" category, culminated with the awarding of the contract on 20th December 2023. The contract period spans from 21st December 2023 to 30th August 2024. The procurement method was not specified in detail, though the process has now reached the award stage, with the final contract value amounting to £42,549.84. Additional details, including redacted contract documents, will be made available on the UKRI website within the next 30 days.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced laboratory equipment and LED technology, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality, reliable microscope light sources. Companies that understand the specific needs of research institutions and can offer tailored solutions would find this contract appealing. The successful supplier, Evident, an SME based in Stansted, demonstrates that small and medium-sized enterprises are well-positioned to succeed in such specialised procurement processes, paving the way for further business expansion within this sector.

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Notice Title

GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3242 Upgrade of microscope light sources to LED technology

Notice Description

UKRI requires a contract for the supply of LED microscope light sources Additional information: Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e12fbe68-8acf-430f-91ed-5d8313871ac5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16cd4b76-857b-42f8-a007-d74b80d315a0
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38519500 - Laboratory microscope replacement bulbs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,549 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,549 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
21 Dec 2023 - 30 Aug 2024 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVIDENT

Further Information

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