--- title: "GB-London: Polarised Light Microscope" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM" published: "2020-11-06" --- # GB-London: Polarised Light Microscope Buyer: VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-340f2c79-07f0-40ac-b348-529bd41c1cb9.json) ## Summary The Victoria and Albert Museum is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of a polarised light microscope, with the title "GB-London: Polarised Light Microscope". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on fluorescent and polarising microscopes. The contract will be delivered in London, UK, and is open for submissions until 24 November 2020. The total budget for this project is estimated between £50,000 and £100,000, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 4 January 2021, lasting until 31 December 2024. The method selected for this procurement is an open procedure, with potential tenders encouraged to include all associated costs, including a one-year warranty and four years of preventive maintenance. This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific equipment and laboratory services. Businesses that manufacture or supply polarising microscopes or related technologies, as well as those offering maintenance and support services for such equipment, would be particularly well-suited to compete. The invitation for innovative quotes also suggests that there is room for alternative solutions, making this a versatile opportunity for suppliers looking to expand their presence within the museum and conservation sectors. ## Notice The V&A wishes to procure a polarised light microscope for the Science Section, for the investigation of samples 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 in proximity of 13 amp, 240 volt AC, 50 Hz supply, in a non-air conditioned laboratory. 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. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/091bfc6d-5fd7-4280-9268-48a8194b7d16 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Nov 2020 | | Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2024 | | 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 - 38515000 - Fluorescent and polarising microscopes ## Release History - 6 Nov 2020 at 14:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/091bfc6d-5fd7-4280-9268-48a8194b7d16 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/091bfc6d-5fd7-4280-9268-48a8194b7d16 6th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Polarised-Light-Microscope/843DX6X458 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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