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# Lattice Light Sheet Microscope

Buyer: DURHAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e8c5403-b13a-4b88-95bc-2a5ba8c13e1e

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## Summary

Durham University has awarded a contract for a Lattice Light Sheet Microscope to Carl Zeiss Ltd worth £847,866.60. The procurement method used was a Negotiated procedure without prior publication, and the contract period is from 26th January 2024 to 25th January 2025. The tender process concluded on 15th January 2024, and the delivery address is in Durham, England. The classification of the procurement falls under 'Fluorescent microscopes' in the goods category.

This awarded contract presents an opportunity for businesses involved in providing advanced research microscopy solutions to collaborate with Durham University. SMEs and VCSEs are suitable for this opportunity, and businesses operating in the field of Fluorescent Microscopes may find this tender of interest. The process has already passed the tender stage, offering a chance for companies with tailored technical expertise to enhance their growth through partnership with Durham University in this niche market segment.

## Notice

VEAT NOTICE The University has a requirement to purchase a Lattice Light Sheet Microscope. The University has published this VEAT notice and intends to award a contract to Carl Zeiss following the expiry of 10 days from the date of publication of this notice. Additional information: Negotiated without a prior call for competition The works, supplies or services can be provided only by a particular economic operator for the following reason: absence of competition for technical reasons Explanation: * An inverted configuration which through the use of a meniscus lens and adaptive optics allows the use of widespread standard sample carriers such as dishes or multiwell slides and provides easier sample handling. In addition, adaptive optics in the detection light path can compensates for the distinct optical properties of the sample (especially important for plants). The inverted meniscus lens implementation also means that the lens never comes into contact with the sample media meaning that there is no dipping of lenses and no risk of cross contamination between samples. * Software wizards, automated alignment and monolithic design ensures that the system is very stable and does not require physical alignment by expert users meaning that the system can be setup and used by non-expert users easily and effectively, ideal for core facility use . * True simultaneous multicolour imaging using both cameras (Dual camera set up). A spatial light modulator with wavelength distinct areas is used for forming the lattice pattern allowing for multiple lasers to be used simultaneously while having an optimised pattern for each laser used. * The ZEISS Lattice Lightsheet 7 can be used with all standard sample carriers that come with a no. 1.5 coverslip for the bottom: o Slides o 35 mm dishes o Chamber slides o Multi-well plates * Integrated transmission LEDs and oblique detection which provide a DIC-like contrast, allowing easy sample location. Change from white to red transmission LEDs for more gentle illumination if necessary. * Specifically designed for this system, the unique 5-axis stage not only allows movement along the X, Y and Z axes, but also tilting with the highest precision in X and Y, compensating for even the smallest deviations in carrier dimensions or sample position

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e704b366-020b-46f8-93b3-3a400a844693 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 26 Jan 2024 - 25 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £847,866 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £847,866 |
| 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 | DURHAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38515200 - Fluorescent microscopes

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2024 at 23:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e704b366-020b-46f8-93b3-3a400a844693

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e704b366-020b-46f8-93b3-3a400a844693
  16th January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.ac.uk

## Provenance

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