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title: "Capital purchase of Leica 80 Microscope"
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# Capital purchase of Leica 80 Microscope

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2db2ed17-f9fc-4808-ab10-97c3f4e86b02

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is undertaking a public procurement process for the supply, delivery, and installation of one Leica M80 microscope and related accessories. This procurement is classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with an estimated contract value of £12,321. The tender was published on 26 August 2020, and the tender period concluded on 15 September 2020. The contract period is set to commence on 30 October 2020 and will run until 29 October 2025. The procurement method is open, following an open procedure for contracts below the threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and laboratory supplies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their market presence. Suppliers with capabilities in delivering high-quality precision equipment and providing additional services such as installation and training will be well-positioned to compete effectively. Prospective bidders should focus on the technical requirements and support services necessary for successful contract fulfilment to leverage this opportunity for business growth.

## Notice

The Contractor shall supply, deliver and install one (1) Leica M80 microscope and related accessories Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae143bcd-cd85-4f33-84a9-293acba91081 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 8 Oct 2020 - 12 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,321 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,321 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 29 Oct 2020 at 14:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae143bcd-cd85-4f33-84a9-293acba91081
- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13ef1aad-bb3e-4d2b-ad64-40cf30a108a2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae143bcd-cd85-4f33-84a9-293acba91081
  29th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13ef1aad-bb3e-4d2b-ad64-40cf30a108a2
  26th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://help@bravosolution.co.uk
  E-Tendering portal help
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a51bfa0-be3e-4731-b18c-bca43d55f62b
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

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