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title: "Correlative Optical Tweezers - total internal reflection fluorescence microscopy system"
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# Correlative Optical Tweezers - total internal reflection fluorescence microscopy system

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04741ca0-ec4e-4b4c-82f0-f14ed1a9dd73

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## Summary

The University of Warwick is seeking bids for a tender titled "Correlative Optical Tweezers - total internal reflection fluorescence microscopy system." This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically in the industry of optical microscopes, and is located in West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure and is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 16 August 2022. Interested parties can access additional information and tender documents through the University of Warwick's In-Tend supplier portal.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in advanced microscopy systems and related technologies. Companies that manufacture or supply optical instrumentation, particularly those offering innovative solutions for biophysical experiments, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this tender can facilitate business growth by establishing partnerships in academia and enhancing visibility among research institutions that seek cutting-edge scientific equipment.

## Notice

The University of Warwick has a requirement to purchase a microscope system with multi-trap continuous-wave optical tweezers, total internal reflection fluorescence and label-free imaging modality for biophysical experiments. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Additional information: Please refer to http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick for further information. You will be able to download the full tender documents from this site. Any queries in relation to this requirement should be directed to the University of Warwick via the correspondence functionality of the In-tend system. Failure to do so may result in queries being excluded from the procedure. The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7ba9949-54f7-4947-9942-e1e748d9935e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV4 7AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wainbody |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes
- 38515200 - Fluorescent microscopes
- 38634000 - Optical microscopes

## Release History

- 18 Jul 2022 at 13:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7ba9949-54f7-4947-9942-e1e748d9935e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7ba9949-54f7-4947-9942-e1e748d9935e
  18th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick

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