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title: "2023-24/4174 - Supply of a Scanning Precession Electron Diffraction (SPED) system"
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# 2023-24/4174 - Supply of a Scanning Precession Electron Diffraction (SPED) system

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-239aa206-e5ba-4f11-b18d-9730d20fea96

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## Summary

The University of Leeds has finalised an award in a public procurement process titled "2023-24/4174 - Supply of a Scanning Precession Electron Diffraction (SPED) system" under the industry category of scanning electron microscopes. This negotiated procedure began with a tender period ending on 16 December 2024 and culminated in an award to Quantum Design, a large-scale supplier. The total contract value is GBP 241,967.6, with the delivery expected to take place in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, from 31 July 2025 through 10 December 2026. The procurement underscores the University's commitment to sourcing advanced equipment to enhance its research capabilities.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision scientific instruments, especially those that can offer advanced electron diffraction systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing sophisticated scanning electron microscopes are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts, potentially gaining access to further public procurement opportunities by showcasing their capabilities. The specific requirement for a SPED system highlights a significant market need in the academic and research sectors, making it an attractive area for suppliers capable of delivering cutting-edge technological solutions.

## Notice

NOTICE OF AWARD OF a scanning precession electron diffraction (SPED) system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10cdb95-3e78-4dec-9934-cfc0e15a39eb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2025 - 10 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £241,967 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £241,967 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUANTUM DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10cdb95-3e78-4dec-9934-cfc0e15a39eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10cdb95-3e78-4dec-9934-cfc0e15a39eb
  20th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=927790899
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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