Award

TC microscopes

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed a procurement process for TC microscopes, a pool of seven microscopes equipped with cameras. The tender was carried out via an open procedure. The University, located in Edinburgh, UK, initiated this tender which falls under the "goods" category within the "Education" industry. The procurement stage was an award, with the contract valued at £137,969.64 GBP signed on 1st May 2024. For more details, visit the University's website: University Of Edinburgh.

This tender for TC microscopes by the University of Edinburgh presents business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers of life sciences equipment and materials. Given the nature of the tender being related to academic research, businesses focusing on microscopy technology and associated services would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method being open allows for a fair competition environment, creating opportunities for both large and small suppliers, including those with electronic bid capabilities.

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Notice Title

TC microscopes

Notice Description

A pool of seven TC microscopes equipped with camera These microscopes will be used daily by CTR researchers checking on their cells in culture -either cell lines or primary cells. The microscopes can image cells in Phase Contrast -ideal for unstained samples. Furthermore, these TC microscopes can also image samples expressing fluorescent proteins in the blue, green, and red parts of the spectrum. We anticipate that many researchers in CTR will welcome these microscopes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Seven TC microscopes equipped with camera.These microscopes will be used daily by CTR researchers checking on their cells in culture -either cell lines or primary cells. The microscopes can image cells in Phase Contrast -ideal for unstained samples. Furthermore, these TC microscopes can also image samples expressing fluorescent proteins in the blue, green, and red parts of the spectrum. We anticipate that many researchers in CTR will welcome these microscopes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000769759
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN507702
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

38512200 - Molecular microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£137,969 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20241 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
Steven Glynn
Contact Email
sglynn2@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

NIKON

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN507702
    TC microscopes - A pool of seven TC microscopes equipped with camera These microscopes will be used daily by CTR researchers checking on their cells in culture -either cell lines or primary cells. The microscopes can image cells in Phase Contrast -ideal for unstained samples. Furthermore, these TC microscopes can also image samples expressing fluorescent proteins in the blue, green, and red parts of the spectrum. We anticipate that many researchers in CTR will welcome these microscopes.

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