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Multi-point confocal Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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15 Jun 2022 at 10:56

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21 Mar 2022 at 15:39

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is conducting a procurement process for a multi-point confocal microscope, specifically the DragonFly505 model, within the goods category of microscopy. The procurement method is limited, requiring an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, and has reached the award stage as of May 18, 2022. The budget for this purchase is approximately £300,000, with the procurement focused on advanced technical specifications to enhance research outputs. The address for delivery is in the UKK4 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in microscopes and imaging technologies. Companies that can meet the specific technical requirements and showcase their capacity to deliver high-quality instruments may find a competitive edge. The emphasis on advanced functionalities such as super-resolution and real-time data acquisition can attract suppliers with innovative solutions that align with the needs of the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Title

Multi-point confocal Microscope

Notice Description

The University is looking to purchase a DragonFly505 multi-point confocal microscope. The system has a multi-modal 2-camera confocal microscope w/ laser Widefield, TIRF, and super-resolution capability. With motorized 1, 1.5 and 2x optical camera zoom to match Nyquist sampling and motorized illumination zoom for high power density illumination of dSTORM samples.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is looking to purchase a DragonFly505 multi-point confocal microscope. The system has a multi-modal 2-camera confocal microscope w/ laser Widefield, TIRF, and super-resolution capability. With motorized 1, 1.5 and 2x optical camera zoom to match Nyquist sampling and motorized illumination zoom for high power density illumination of dSTORM samples. The equipment comes under our budget of PS300,000 and includes the following required features to enable our research outputs using one system: * 3D localisation astigmatism optics for 3D dSTORM * Spinning disk confocal, microlens enhanced to maximise excitation efficiency * 25um and 40um pinhole click-switchable options for high and low magnification objectives. * Borealis flat-field illumination for seamless image tiling, without the need for shading correction * NIR extended range, >730nm laser excitation possible that is compatible with the flat-field illumination solution, no requirement for second laser input * Dual channel simultaneous TIRF via the microscope imaging left side port, no microscope epi-turret dichroic required to ensure TIRF field flatness * Vacuum sealed 1kx1k 13um pixel EMCCD camera and vacuum sealed 2kx2k 6.5um back illuminated sCMOS camera * Super resolution SRRF Stream+ on board both cameras , with instant feedback on the output image in the acquisition software * Provides 3D visualisation, as 3D data is being acquired in real time * Real time GPU accelerated deconvolution with parallel processing during image capture * Output image data is optimised for use in IMARIS analysis software

Procurement Information

The University is looking to purchase a DragonFly505 multi-point confocal microscope. The system has a multi-modal 2-camera confocal microscope w/ laser Widefield, TIRF, and super-resolution capability. With motorized 1, 1.5 and 2x optical camera zoom to match Nyquist sampling and motorized illumination zoom for high power density illumination of dSTORM samples. The equipment comes under our budget of PS300,000 and includes the following required features to enable our research outputs using one system: * 3D localisation astigmatism optics for 3D dSTORM * Spinning disk confocal, microlens enhanced to maximise excitation efficiency * 25um and 40um pinhole click-switchable options for high and low magnification objectives. * Borealis flat-field illumination for seamless image tiling, without the need for shading correction * NIR extended range, >730nm laser excitation possible that is compatible with the flat-field illumination solution, no requirement for second laser input * Dual channel simultaneous TIRF via the microscope imaging left side port, no microscope epi-turret dichroic required to ensure TIRF field flatness * Vacuum sealed 1kx1k 13um pixel EMCCD camera and vacuum sealed 2kx2k 6.5um back illuminated sCMOS camera * Super resolution SRRF Stream+ on board both cameras , with instant feedback on the output image in the acquisition software * Provides 3D visualisation, as 3D data is being acquired in real time * Real time GPU accelerated deconvolution with parallel processing during image capture * Output image data is optimised for use in IMARIS analysis software

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032451
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016392-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£596,519 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20223 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Sam Barker
Contact Email
samantha.barker@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 11111

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANDOR, AN OXFORD INSTRUMENTS

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