4525/JN/25 - Wide-field Fluorescence Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is inviting bids for the procurement of a wide-field fluorescence microscope, which will support research into neurodegenerative diseases within Professor Kurt De Vos's laboratory. This procurement process is classified under the 'Microscopes' sector and falls within the region of Sheffield, United Kingdom. As of the current status, the process is at the 'Tender' stage, with the tender period set to conclude on 30th June 2025. The process follows an open competition method below the threshold, with opportunities for electronic submission. The contract, valued at £133,175, will commence on 30th July 2025.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses that specialise in providing advanced scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in microscopy and related integrated systems, can leverage this opportunity. The award criteria focus not only on pricing but also on technical and quality aspects, thus encouraging innovative and high-quality submissions. Interested parties will find full award criteria details in the tender documents accessible online.

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Tender

4525/JN/25 - Wide-field Fluorescence Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

4th June 2025 14:49:15 PM

Tender Deadline

30th June 2025 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

With funding from the MRC the laboratory of Prof Kurt De Vos is seeking the below requirements to aid in the research of the underlying mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases. This tender is for the supply, installation and commissioning of wide-field fluorescence microscope equipped for live imaging of neurons, including axonal trafficking of organelles, synaptic function and calcium dynamics. This system needs to be integrated with an existing Lightsource (CoolLED Pe-4000) and with electrophysiology (field stimulation/MEA) equipment.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0542f6

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Open Competition

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

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Awarding Authority

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Buyer Name

James Noble

Buyer Email

james.noble@sheffield.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Firth Court, Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TN

United Kingdom

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4525/JN/25 - Wide-field Fluorescence Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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