Award

TC microscopes

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for a set of TC microscopes, awarded to Nikon UK. The process, conducted under the category of education, entailed acquiring microscopes to be used by CTR researchers for examining cells in various culture conditions. The procurement utilised an open procedure for the buying of goods, specifically designed to help capture imagery in different spectrums using advanced microscopes. The contract, valued at £79,228.55, was signed on 3rd January 2025, with the delivery focused on the Edinburgh region (UKM75).

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in high-end scientific equipment, catering specifically to research institutions and universities. Companies that specialise in precision instruments and imaging systems would find suitable avenues for growth through similar procurement opportunities. Large companies like Nikon UK, as well as those proficient in offering advanced laser-based imaging systems and components, would be well-positioned to benefit from such contracts.

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Notice Title

TC microscopes

Notice Description

A pool 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

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-r6ebe6-0000786859
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521046
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
£79,228 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jan 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e.silvester@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502508

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=JAN521046
    TC microscopes - A pool 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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