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X3 Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes

South of England Procurement Centre

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06 Aug 2025 at 11:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The South of England Procurement Centre has completed a procurement process for three Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes, specifically designed with a TTR Trinocular Head, Right-Sided Discussion Arm, and DP23 Camera. This contract, valued at £88,200, falls under the industry category 'Microscopes' according to CPV classification 38510000, and is a call-off from a framework agreement, highlighting the procurement method as selective. The procurement stage has progressed to the award phase, with the contract period commencing on 31st July 2025 and concluding on 31st August 2025. The delivery will be made to the South East of the United Kingdom, further marking the involvement of a UK branch of Evident Europe GmbH as the supplier.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in optical instruments. While not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, larger scale suppliers with capabilities in producing high-precision microscopes and associated components should find this contract appealing. Leveraging such procurement opportunities can significantly enhance growth prospects by establishing long-term relationships with public sector buyers such as the South of England Procurement Centre, facilitating entry into a market demanding sophisticated technological solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

X3 Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes

Notice Description

Three Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes with TTR Trinocular Head, Right-Sided Discussion Arm and DP23 Camera.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f8969bdf-3f11-404c-b3c1-53c9fcb043a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46c56c26-b404-47cf-94cb-1d87fa9653f1
Current Stage
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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
£88,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£88,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 1-6 months
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
South of England Procurement Centre
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COSHAM, PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
SO30 2FY
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Hedge End North
Westminster Constituency
Hamble Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Evident Europe GmbH

Further Information

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