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NCA30942 - Direct Electron Detector

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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08 Feb 2021 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is seeking suppliers for its recent procurement titled "NCA30942 - Direct Electron Detector," which pertains to the procurement of an upgraded camera for its cryo-electron microscopy facility. This tender falls under the goods industry category and is located in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement method was a limited procedure, specifically an award without prior publication of a call for competition, and the tender has successfully completed its process, culminating in a contract signed on 15 December 2020. The procurement was undertaken with a total contract value of £340,005.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses involved in cutting-edge imaging technology and scientific equipment, particularly those manufacturers or suppliers specialising in cryo-electron microscopy or similar optical devices. Given that only one bid was received, those companies that are adept in producing advanced scientific instruments may find this an advantageous arena to explore future collaborations or innovations. As the University continues to develop its facilities, there may be ongoing requirements that like-minded suppliers could fulfil to grow their business.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCA30942 - Direct Electron Detector

Notice Description

An upgraded camera for the cryo-electron microscopy facility

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has a TF20 cryo-electron microscope (cryo-EM) with a CMOS-type camera for recording micrographs. The current camera is approaching the end of its service life. Since its installation, a revolution in camera technologies has occurred in the form of direct electron detectors. Installing a direct electron detector on our microscope will allow us to observe unprecedented detail in biological samples

Procurement Information

An upgraded camera for the cryo-electron microscopy facility. The Gatan K2 summit direct electron detector is a totally revolutionary piece of equipment with superior sensitivity and speed, facilitating the highest resolution imaging

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000643581
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406121
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract 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

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
£340,005 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20205 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
j.kenmure@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316504776

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

AMETEK (GB) LTD T/A GATAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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