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Invitation to tender for purchase of tissue processors and slide scanning microscope

Scottish Government - Marine Scotland

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30 Mar 2021 at 16:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government - Marine Scotland has completed a procurement process for the purchase of tissue processors and an automated slide scanning microscope. This tender was initiated under an open procedure, classifying the requirement within the goods category, specifically in the microscopy industry. The relevant delivery location for the successful supplier is the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen. The contract, valued at approximately £134,092.71, was signed on 25 February 2021 and corresponds to a lot titled "Slide Scanning Microscope." Interested suppliers were encouraged to respond electronically and to ensure timely submissions to avoid issues with closing deadlines.

This contract presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in scientific equipment and related services, particularly those involved in manufacturing or supplying laboratory instruments. Businesses with capabilities in customer service, warranty provisions, risk management, and fair work practices would be well-suited to compete for future tenders in similar categories. Engaging in such procurement processes could foster business growth by aligning with public sector needs and enhancing visibility among key government buyers like Marine Scotland.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to tender for purchase of tissue processors and slide scanning microscope

Notice Description

Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of tissue processors and automated slide scanning microscope.

Lot Information

Slide Scanning Microscope

Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of tissue processors and automated slide scanning microscope.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a116
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006565-2021
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
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

38510000 - Microscopes

73110000 - Research services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

73112000 - Marine research services

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£134,092 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government - Marine Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Olympus KeyMed

Further Information

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