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Confocal Microscope Supply and Trade-in

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for the supply of a confocal microscope, titled "Confocal Microscope Supply and Trade-in". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically in the education industry. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the contract awarded to Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd. The contract was signed on 6th November 2017, with the value amounting to £154,617.91. The delivery location is specified as the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and imaging solutions, particularly those able to offer innovative or competitive pricing on microscopy products. Suppliers with experience in confocal microscopy or those capable of providing high-quality imaging solutions will be well-suited to compete. The involvement of a reputable institution like the University of Edinburgh also adds credibility and potential for long-term partnerships for successful bidders in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Confocal Microscope Supply and Trade-in

Notice Description

Confocal microscope purchase with trade-in option.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase of a confocal microscope system and potential trade in of existing equipment, in whole or part.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000518126
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV300367
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

38513100 - Inverted microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£154,617 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Tony Newjem, Senior Supply Chain Manager
Contact Email
tony.newjem@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316509136

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
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

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK

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