PURCH2525 Provision of a Research Grade Confocal Microscope for Evaluation of Human Brain Tissue Sections

University of Glasgow

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has concluded the award phase for a contract titled "PURCH2525 Provision of a Research Grade Confocal Microscope for Evaluation of Human Brain Tissue Sections". This procurement falls under the education industry category with a primary focus on goods. The process was conducted under an open procedure, and the contract was awarded to Carl Zeiss Ltd. Key locations involved include Glasgow and Cambridge. The contract, valued at £91,943.99, was signed on 3rd March 2025. The procurement process started with the tender phase in November 2024, culminating in the award phase in early March 2025.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced microscopy equipment and related research tools. Companies that develop or distribute high-grade confocal microscopes are particularly well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. Additionally, businesses that offer technical support, maintenance, or software solutions tailored to the microscopy field could benefit. The project underscores the importance of robust, high-tech solutions in advancing medical and scientific research, thus fostering industry growth and innovation.

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Notice Title

PURCH2525 Provision of a Research Grade Confocal Microscope for Evaluation of Human Brain Tissue Sections

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2525 Provision of a Research Grade Confocal Microscope for Evaluation of Human Brain Tissue Sections

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2525 Provision of a Research Grade Confocal Microscope for Evaluation of Human Brain Tissue Sections

Renewal: Fixed Term Period of 12 months with an extension period of 3 x 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000782983
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525179
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£91,943 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20251 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 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Carl Zeiss Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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