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title: "Upgrade for Zeiss Versa 510"
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# Upgrade for Zeiss Versa 510

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ed0705e-720d-4e18-ab2d-8009d886d4c8

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## Summary

The University of Southampton, located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the "Upgrade for Zeiss Versa 510" project. This project falls under the industry category of tomography devices, with a CPV classification of 33115000. The tender process, which adopted a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, has concluded with key dates including the end of the tender period on 11th December 2024, and the contract period running from 12th December 2024 to 31st March 2026. The contract, valued at £250,000 GBP, has been awarded to Carl Zeiss Limited.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses that specialise in advanced microscopy and tomography devices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in servicing and upgrading complex scientific equipment are well-suited to compete in similar future procurements. The project underscores the importance of maintaining cutting-edge equipment in research institutions, presenting ongoing opportunities for suppliers who can provide technological upgrades and support services. Businesses participating in such tenders can enhance their market presence and contribute to significant scientific advancements.

## Notice

The current Zeiss Versa 510 3D X-ray Microscope is nearly 11 years old and is in need of some upgrades to be able to keep it operational in the longer term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f92d4136-a63e-4ab2-8955-33270510dcd4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33115000 - Tomography devices

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2024 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f92d4136-a63e-4ab2-8955-33270510dcd4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f92d4136-a63e-4ab2-8955-33270510dcd4
  18th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.southampton.ac.uk/

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