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Inverted Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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04 Aug 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has successfully concluded a procurement process for the acquisition of an Inverted Microscope, with the process reaching the award and contract stage as of 29th July 2026. The tender, part of an open procedure, falls under the industry category of goods, specifically targeting the education sector with a CPV code of 38510000. This acquisition is intended for the School of Biological Sciences in Edinburgh, within the UKM75 region. The procurement was completed under an open method, ensuring transparency and competitive bidding. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 108,000, was signed with Nikon UK, following a sole bid submission under the LAB1028 framework for microscopes and imaging equipment.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in high-tech scientific equipment, such as microscopes and imaging solutions. Companies like Nikon UK, which offers large-scale operations and robust maintenance support, are well-suited to compete in such tenders. While this specific opportunity has concluded, businesses with capabilities in delivering advanced research equipment and services—including associated servicing and maintenance—should monitor similar opportunities to partner with prominent educational institutions such as the University of Edinburgh. Being part of such frameworks not only provides immediate business but can also lead to long-term collaborations and visibility within the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inverted Microscope

Notice Description

The School of Biological Sciences have received funding to acquire a new Inverted Microscope to assist with research requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The School of Biological Sciences have received funding to acquire a new Inverted Microscope to assist with research requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839243
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561582
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
£108,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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