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NCA30964 DRI Multi-photon 2021

University Of Edinburgh

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12 Aug 2021 at 12:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the University of Edinburgh, centres on the acquisition of a unique multi-photon microscope, titled "NCA30964 DRI Multi-photon 2021". This contract falls within the goods category, specifically classified under microscopes (CPV code 38510000). The procurement is located in Edinburgh, and the award stage has been marked as complete. The total contract value is £360,750, with the contract signed on 12th August 2021. The procurement method utilised was a limited procedure, awarded without prior publication due to the technical specifications of the product being uniquely available from a single supplier.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in advanced scientific equipment and technology, particularly those specialising in cutting-edge imaging systems. Companies focusing on innovative medical devices or laboratory equipment that can meet the stringent technical requirements outlined in this procurement would be well-suited to compete. This contract not only facilitates business growth by opening avenues within the niche market of neuroimaging technologies, but it also establishes a partnership with a prestigious institution, providing momentum for companies to develop further collaborations in scientific research.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCA30964 DRI Multi-photon 2021

Notice Description

This unique multi-photon microscope has the ability to simultaneously activate individual neurons while imaging a whole brain region (e.g. primary visual cortex). This technology - currently unavailable in Scotland and adopted by only a few laboratories in the world- would allow us to investigate the changes in neuronal connectivity that may underlie memory formation - as well as memory dysfunction in Alzheimer's disease animal models. As such, this technology will not only allow us to generate new knowledge that hold the promise to open therapeutical avenues for Alzheimer's disease that will benefit societies around the world, but it will also provide better training to early career researchers by providing access to innovative and state-of-the-art technology - in agreement with University of Edinburgh research's vision.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 33(1)(b)(ii) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, a contracting authority may use the negotiated procedure without the prior publication in the case of a public contract, based on the following justification: Competition is absent for technical reasons (only if it is not caused by artificial narrowing down of the parameters of the procurement and no reasonable alternative or substitute exists);

Procurement Information

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Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d3e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019569-2021
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
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£360,750 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Aug 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
University Of Edinburgh
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Bruker UK Ltd

Further Information

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