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title: "GB-London: Tabletop scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray capability (SEM-EDX)"
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buyer: "VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM"
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# GB-London: Tabletop scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray capability (SEM-EDX)

Buyer: VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-270839cd-826b-4b4f-90e6-cd998b11cbb1

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## Summary

The Victoria and Albert Museum in London is conducting an open tender for the procurement of a tabletop scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray capability (SEM-EDX). This acquisition is categorized under goods, with a budget range of £50,000 to £100,000. The tender period is set to close on 19th November 2020, while the contract is expected to commence on 14th December 2020 and run until 13th December 2025. All proposals must include the costs for the complete system, warranty, and maintenance services due to the operational requirement in a non-air conditioned environment.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the scientific instrumentation sector, particularly those specialised in microscopy and analytical equipment. Companies equipped to deliver 'turn-key' systems, including hardware, software, and comprehensive support services, are ideally suited to compete. Additionally, businesses should be prepared to offer flexible pricing options, given that the budget for this project has yet to be confirmed. The opportunity will not only contribute to the museum’s scientific capabilities but can also enhance the portfolio of firms involved in the supply of advanced scientific research tools.

## Notice

The V&A wishes to procure a tabletop scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray capability (SEM-EDX) for the Science Section, for the investigation of samples and small objects from across the museum collections. The instrument chosen will be a 'turn-key' system and all hardware, firmware and software costs must be included in your tender return. In addition a one-year statutory warranty plus an additional four years of preventive maintenance should be included in the total cost. The instrument will be used on a bench or trolley in proximity of 13 amp, 240 volt AC, 50 Hz supply, in a non-air conditioned laboratory or in the galleries. Tenders may provide options or alternative quotes. Please note that the budget is not confirmed and the award of contract is subject to the V&A receiving the AHRC CapCo funding.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c114ea1-5963-4379-a4b5-0f847779b99a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 13 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM |
| Locality | KENSINGTON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW7 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Electoral ward | Brompton & Hans Town |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2020 at 17:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c114ea1-5963-4379-a4b5-0f847779b99a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c114ea1-5963-4379-a4b5-0f847779b99a
  3rd November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Tabletop-scanning-electron-microscope-with-energy-dispersive-X-ray-capability-%28SEM-EDX%29/NSE723T4H3
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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