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PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES

University of Glasgow

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28 Apr 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

26 Aug 2024 at 01:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

23 Jul 2024 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow initiated a procurement process for the provision of a confocal microscope with fluorescence lifetime imaging and super-resolution capabilities. The procurement process, with the ID PURCH2371, was conducted using an open procurement method. Initially active, this tender was aimed at acquiring high-precision equipment for the education sector under the industry category of goods. The procurement was managed from Glasgow, UKM82, with the process reaching the award stage on 28th April 2025, before being cancelled. The procurement had previously been announced on 23rd July 2024, with a tender deadline initially set for 26th August 2024 but later adjusted to 28th August 2024.

This tender represented a potentially lucrative opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in high-resolution imaging equipment and advanced scientific instruments. Companies with robust portfolios in manufacturing or supplying confocal microscopes and similar scientific lab equipment would have been well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Opportunities for community benefits included the potential for vocational training, engagement with local SMEs, and support for diversity initiatives, enriching local business ecosystems and contributing to regional economic growth. Although the tender was eventually cancelled, similar future tenders by the University could offer opportunities for innovative companies committed to educational advancements and community development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES

Notice Description

PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES The University of Glasgow (UoG) has submitted an MRC Equip 2024 grant to fund the purchase of a confocal microscope. We are tendering in advance of receipt of the award to provide enough time to purchase the system due to tight deadlines. Please note that if the funding is not awarded, the University will not proceed with the purchase. Please refer to the PURCH2371 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services document for specification and additional information.

Renewal: Fixed term period of 1 year with the option to extend for 3 x 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000773213
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529112
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
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
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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