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Multiphoton-confocal super-resolution hybrid microscope

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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30 Oct 2024 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for a multiphoton-confocal super-resolution hybrid microscope, aimed at enhancing the Zebrafish Imaging and Screening Facility at the Edinburgh BioQuarter. This initiative, under the education category, was carried out through an open procedure and led to the awarding of the contract to Nikon UK. Key milestones include the contract signing date on 24th October 2024, and the awarding was officially documented on 30th October 2024. The entire process aligns with the standards governed by public law and was conducted in the Edinburgh region, UKM75.

This procurement presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in advanced imaging technologies and research equipment. Large-scale companies, particularly those specialising in scientific instruments or microscopy technologies, would find this tender particularly beneficial. The financial magnitude of the contract, valued at £980,000, indicates a considerable business opportunity. The University of Edinburgh's established reputation and the strategic investment in cutting-edge research facilities highlight the potential for long-term collaboration and future tenders in related scientific equipment and services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multiphoton-confocal super-resolution hybrid microscope

Notice Description

The Zebrafish Imaging Facility, located within Chancellors Building at the Edinburgh BioQuarter, has secured grant funding to acquire a multifunctional confocal multiphoton super-resolution microscope. This new system will significantly enhance the capability and capacity of the Zebrafish Imaging and Screening Facility.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Zebrafish Imaging Facility, located within Chancellors Building at the Edinburgh BioQuarter, has secured grant funding to acquire a multifunctional confocal multiphoton super-resolution microscope. This new system will significantly enhance the capability and capacity of the Zebrafish Imaging and Screening Facility.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000781873
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517176
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£980,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Sharron Gardiner
Contact Email
sgardiner@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=OCT517176
    Multiphoton-confocal super-resolution hybrid microscope - The Zebrafish Imaging Facility, located within Chancellors Building at the Edinburgh BioQuarter, has secured grant funding to acquire a multifunctional confocal multiphoton super-resolution microscope. This new system will significantly enhance the capability and capacity of the Zebrafish Imaging and Screening Facility.

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