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Award for Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has completed a public procurement process for the Tender AU17/39, which involved the award of a contract for a Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope, valued at £425,000. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the education industry, and is classified under the CPV code for imaging equipment. This process took place in Aberdeen, UK, with the contract signed on 28th September 2017, following an open procurement method allowing for broad participation.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the scientific and medical equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in high-resolution imaging technologies. Potential competitors would benefit from understanding the intricate specifications outlined by the University of Aberdeen, especially in providing equipment capable of dynamic imaging with minimal impact on sensitive samples. Given the nature of the contract, companies in both the manufacturing and supply of imaging systems, as well as those involved in related scientific services, would be well-positioned to engage in similar procurement processes in the future.

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Notice Title

Award for Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope

Notice Description

Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope. The equipment will be used to obtain very high resolution images of fluorescently labelled samples and must be capable of long-term dynamic imaging of extremely small structures and cells without causing damage to the samples.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope. The equipment will be used to obtain very high resolution images of fluorescently labelled samples and must be capable of long-term dynamic imaging of extremely small structures and cells without causing damage to the samples.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000514005
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT297143
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

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
£425,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARL ZEISS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT297143
    Award for Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope - Confocal Laser Scanning Super Resolution Microscope. The equipment will be used to obtain very high resolution images of fluorescently labelled samples and must be capable of long-term dynamic imaging of extremely small structures and cells without causing damage to the samples.

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