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16 May 2022 at 01:00

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17 Feb 2022 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

A procurement contract for "Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs" has been initiated by APUC Limited, a central purchasing body located in Stirling, UK. This contract, characterised by an open procurement method, targets the higher education sector and other public bodies across Scotland and the UK. The tender process is underway, with a deadline for bid submissions set for 25 March 2022, while the award period began on the same day. The total contract value is estimated at £20 million.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in microscopy and imaging technologies. Companies involved in manufacturing or supplying microscopes, imaging systems, and related services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), are encouraged to participate. The framework anticipates appointing up to 15 contractors for each lot, enabling successful bidders to engage with educational and public organisations, thus expanding their market presence and enhancing their service offerings.

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Notice Title

Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs

Notice Description

The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for the further and higher education sector and other public bodies in Scotland and the UK. The Authority are seeking to, through this tendering process, minimise the resource required to complete purchases for microscopes and imaging equipment. A maximum of 15 Contractors will be appointed to each lot on this framework contract.

Lot Information

New Technologies

The supply, commissioning and installation of any new and forthcoming technology which falls under the heading of Microscopy and Imaging Equipment falls into this lot. This will include, but not be limited to: Non-traditional microscopes and imaging equipment. Spatial omics and multiplex imaging. Areas of developing innovation or products and associated equipment which utilise technology that crosses two or more lot boundaries imposed.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Laser-based Imaging Systems and Laser Components

The supply, installation and commissioning of laser-based Imaging Systems and Laser Components, including but not limited to: Upright or inverted microscopes using laser technology such as Confocal, Spinning Disc, TIRF and Multi-photon. Includes associated imaging equipment such as slide scanners. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Super Resolution and Enhanced Resolution Microscopes

The supply, installation and commission of Super Resolution and Enhanced Resolution Microscopes, including but not limited to: Deterministic super resolution and stochastic super resolution microscopy equipment such as simulated emission depletion (STED), ground state depletion (GSD), SPDMphymod.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Cameras for microscopy and associated equipment and software

Supply, installation and commissioning of cameras for microscopy and associated equipment and software, including but not limited to: Specialist camera components for image acquisition in relation to life science applications and materials research. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Software

The supply of software, including but not limited to: Modular digital imaging and microscope software for image acquisition, processing and analysis.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Light sources and associated equipment

the supply of light Sources and associated equipment for microscopes, including but not limited to: Incendescent Lamps Halogen Bulbs Arc Lamps LED Light Sources. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

General Accessories and Consumables

The supply, installation and commissioning of all general accessories and consumables associated with microscopy, including but not limited to: Objectives Filter Sets Stands Eyepieces Adapters. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for "Low End" microscopes and associated equipments

Comprehensive or preventative maintenance and repairs of standard "of-the-shelf" equipment beyond its initial envisaged life cycle term. Bidders will be requested to submit their bids based on the following service levels: "Bronze" Service Level includes: Annual Service Visit Labour and Travel Costs for Annual Service Approved Manufacture Parts Priority Response to Call-Outs (to be agreed x3 per year) Call Out Charges Included Provision of Helpline Traceability of parts fitted Silver Service Level includes all of "Bronze" plus: Breakdown Labour and Travel Costs Gold Service Level includes all of "Silver" plus: Temporary Loan Units (if available) Return Courier Costs for above Cost of parts included. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for "High End" microscopes and associated equipment

The supply of Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for "High End" microscopes and associated equipment, including but not limited to: Comprehensive or preventative maintenance and repairs of specialised equipment which may be bespoke, experimental or high value in nature beyond its initial envisaged life cycle term. Bidders will be requested to submit their bids based on the following service levels: "Bronze" Service Level includes: Annual Service Visit Labour and Travel Costs for Annual Service Approved Manufacture Parts Priority Response to Call-Outs (to be agreed x3 per year) Call Out Charges Included Provision of Helpline Traceability of parts fitted Silver Service Level includes all of "Bronze" plus: Breakdown Labour and Travel Costs Gold Service Level includes all of "Silver" plus: Temporary Loan Units (if available) Return Courier Costs for above Cost of parts included. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Optical Microscopes

The supply, commissioning and installation of a variety of microscopes and imaging equipment suitable for a range of laboratory applications including, but not limited to: Compound Microscopes: Upright and inverted microscopes for use in teaching, tissue culture analysis and routine applications. Stereo and Zoom Microscopes: Upright or inverted equipment featuring optional fluorescence and camera systems, for routine and clinical dissection, sorting, and examination. Medical Microscopes: Products designed for specialist medical and surgical applications, e.g. colposcopes, surgical loupes and microscopes with specific task fulfilment in neurology, ENT, dermatology, ophthalmology, dental or maxillofacial medicine.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations in 2015

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000682997
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY448885
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

48 - Software package and information systems

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

33128000 - Medical laser other than for surgery

38510000 - Microscopes

38513100 - Inverted microscopes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

71900000 - Laboratory services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 May 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
48 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
22
Supplier Names

Appleton Woods Ltd

Best Scientific

Cairn Research Ltd

Carl Zeiss Ltd

DP Medical Systems Ltd

Evident Europe GmbH

Fisher Scientific UK

GT Vision Ltd

HORIBA Jobin Yvon Ltd

Intelligent Imaging Innovations Ltd

K-Tec Microscope Services Ltd

Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd

MetPrep Ltd

Microscopy Supplies And Consultants Ltd

Miltenyi Biotec Ltd

Molecular Devices (UK) Ltd

Nikon UK

Photon Lines Ltd

Scientifica

Sysmex UK Ltd

VWR International

VWR International Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB441255
    Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs - The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for the further and higher education sector and other public bodies in Scotland and the UK. The Authority are seeking to, through this tendering process, minimise the resource required to complete purchases for microscopes and imaging equipment. A maximum of 15 Contractors will be appointed to each lot on this framework contract.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY448885
    Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs - The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Microscopes and Imaging Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for the further and higher education sector and other public bodies in Scotland and the UK. The Authority are seeking to, through this tendering process, minimise the resource required to complete purchases for microscopes and imaging equipment. A maximum of 15 Contractors will be appointed to each lot on this framework contract.

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