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title: "Supply of one (1) Inverted Fluorescence Microscope with Integrated Digital Capture Camera"
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# Supply of one (1) Inverted Fluorescence Microscope with Integrated Digital Capture Camera

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11ff26e4-9fc7-4676-81d5-59d7202af263

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## Summary

The contracting authority for this procurement is the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which has completed the tender titled "Supply of one (1) Inverted Fluorescence Microscope with Integrated Digital Capture Camera." This procurement, classified under the CPV code 38000000 for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, is located in the South East of England, specifically at a delivery address with postal code KT15 3NB. It involved a direct procurement method through a single tender action for an estimated value of £15,569. The contract period begins on 31 March 2022 and ends on 30 March 2023, following a tender period that closed on 13 February 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in laboratory equipment, particularly those focusing on microscopy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to explore similar tenders as they can compete effectively in the public procurement space. The awarded contract indicates a commitment to sourcing advanced technical equipment to support the Animal and Plant Health (APHA) Virology Department, highlighting the ongoing demand for specialised goods within the public sector that could support business growth and innovation.

## Notice

Contract award for the supply, delivery and installation of one (1) Inverted Fluorescence Microscope with Digital Capture Camera to support the Animal and Plant Health (APHA) Virology Department for the detection and control of infectious diseases within Great Britain.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2022 - 30 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,569 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,569 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MICROSCOPE SERVICES & SALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2022 at 12:07 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
- 11 Mar 2022 at 12:35 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
- 11 Mar 2022 at 12:32 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
- 11 Mar 2022 at 12:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
- 11 Mar 2022 at 12:27 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
- 11 Mar 2022 at 12:26 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
- 2 Mar 2022 at 13:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c8fd94-6d74-423c-8a3d-df48b3277f7f
  14th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2aa8d6ec-2959-4f43-9dbe-2f4342d1882d
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