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Supply and Installation of Confocal Microscope for University of Strathclyde

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is seeking to appoint a supplier for the supply and installation of a confocal microscope. This procurement falls within the education sector and is located in Glasgow, UK. The tender process is currently at the Award stage and was officially completed on 12 December 2018. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from various suppliers. The contract value is approximately £229,894.02, and the successful bidder for this tender is Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in advanced imaging technologies and laboratory equipment. Companies with expertise in high-resolution imaging solutions, maintenance services, and training for sophisticated scientific instruments would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. The requirements outlined indicate that suppliers must provide comprehensive delivery and installation services, along with ongoing support and training for university personnel, creating avenues for long-term business relationships in the academic sector.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Confocal Microscope for University of Strathclyde

Notice Description

The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS) is seeking to purchase a confocal microscope for use in a broad range of applications using different fluorophores. The system will be used for high resolution analysis of fixed and live cell/tissue samples, including in applications such as FRAP and FRET.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is to appoint a supplier to provide the following: A confocal microscope. The minimum requirements for the confocal microscope are detailed below: Inverted and motorised system Touchscreen control Light source (brightfield transmission and epifluorescence) Simple switching between eyepiece viewing and confocal imaging Motorised fluorescence unit with filter blocks for DAPI/FITC/Rhodamine Motorised shutter Equipped to carry out light brightfield, DIC, and fluorescence visual observations Capable of direct epifluorescence viewing Parameters visible via an LCD screen Fast switching between coarse and fine focus Motorised objective revolver Plan Apo Objectives with DIC: x10, x20 dry, x63 oil Motorised z-focus that has high accuracy and stability Ability to perform high resolution and accurate imaging of z stacks Highly accurate and motorised X/Y stage (and suitable software) to enable tile-scanning, auto-stitching and mark-and-find applications Full microscope live cell incubation chamber with temperature, CO2 and humidity control Equipped with a physical mount for a camera Microscope AV table Condenser lens assembly The minimum requirements for the confocal laser scanning unit are detailed below: Multi-dimensional imaging (combinations of x, y, z, time and wavelength) Tuneable speed high resolution confocal scanner, with frame resolution up to 8000 pixels Four fluorescence/reflected light detectors - two should be high sensitivity low noise GaAsP, with photon counting. All detectors should allow real time spectral selection over a wavelength range of 400-800nm (only three detectors are required (1 photon counting) if the system can accommodate an existing "HyD" detector) 5 Solid State Lasers: 405, 488, 514, 552 & 638nm or similar wavelengths User-friendly control software Freely tunable detection windows determined by user in range of 400-800nm Transmitted light detector Ability to perform FRAP and FRET experiments, with the required software included and integrated with the main confocal software system Equipped with an optical zoom Equipped with a z-focusing mechanism High speed scanning mode Super Resolution/Enhanced Resolution module, which should allow simultaneous and multi-colour acquisition and resolution improvement with live cells, with an adaptive approach to Image restoration and deconvolution. Resolution improvement should be to at least 130nm in XY and 350nm in Z. Ability to perform line and frame averaging User adjustable pinhole Z-stack scanning with mark-and-find time series Minimum z range of 100 m The minimum requirements for computer and software are detailed below: Intuitive and robust software for integrated microscope control and image acquisition via camera and detectors for confocal Hardware and software should have a simple user interface for novice users Suitable high performance PC Workstation with fast CUDA graphics, large monitor, keyboard and mouse Software should be reliable, flexible and robust Confocal control software for all acquisition modes, spectral scanning and dye separation, 3D, FRAP/FRET, image processing and measurement The complete software package shall be fully compatible with and fully integrated with all of the hardware systems proposed as part of the confocal laser scanning microscope system. Digital zoom The system should be open platform design with scope for easy addition of further add-ons, including STED super resolution imaging and fluorescence lifetime (FLIM) imaging, additional detectors and alternative fast live cell resonant scanner The university requires the following: Contractor is responsible for delivering and installing the system and ensuring that it is working as expected 5-year warranty to cover all parts and servicing (included in pricing schedule) 72 hour call out for engineer response Initial training should be provided following set-up of the system Full training course onsite after installation, date to be mutually agreed, for a minimum of three university personnel.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000587452
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN357311
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

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£229,894 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20187 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 STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sharon.wallace@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1415482823

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN357311
    Supply and Installation of Confocal Microscope for University of Strathclyde - The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS) is seeking to purchase a confocal microscope for use in a broad range of applications using different fluorophores. The system will be used for high resolution analysis of fixed and live cell/tissue samples, including in applications such as FRAP and FRET.

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