--- title: "HJ2786 Provision & Supply of a Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope System - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS" published: "2017-06-19" --- # HJ2786 Provision & Supply of a Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope System - AWARD Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3811764c-a17f-4f36-95af-844980426224.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the University of Leeds, which is seeking tenders for the provision and supply of a Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope System. This contract is classified under the goods category, specifically within the electron microscope sector. The contract was awarded on 28 April 2017, with the contract period spanning from 22 February 2017 to 31 July 2017. The tender followed an open procedure, and the relevant location for delivery is Leeds, UK. Proposals were accepted until the end date of the tender period on 22 February 2017. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced imaging technology and scientific equipment, particularly those focusing on microscopy and related services. Companies engaged in the manufacture or supply of high-performance microscope systems suitable for research applications would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses offering support services, training, or maintenance for such high-tech equipment could also find valuable avenues for growth through partnerships or ongoing contracts stemming from this procurement. ## Notice The School of Dentistry at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for a confocal laser scanning microscope system to be housed in the School's Imaging Suite in the Division of Oral Biology on level 7 of the Wellcome Trust Brenner Building at St James University Hospital Leeds. The Suite has a wide user base within the School, the wider faculty and the University and supports very active research groups in biomineralisation, materials/ biomaterials, tissue engineering and microbiology. Our requirements are for a confocal laser scanning microscope with an upright microscope stand configuration that can image labelled live cells within a 3D scaffold. The scaffolds have highly variable characteristics ranging from peptide based hydrogels with a density essentially equivalent to that of water through to porous hydroxyapatite, density > 3gm/ml, titanium and ceramics. Imaging of higher density material will require a highly penetrative laser light source. To image several characteristics in a single construct e.g. nucleus, cytoskeleton and specific stem cell markers the system will have a range of laser wavelengths to exite across the spectrum from 405nm to 700nm. Imaging will be performed through a range of magnification from low, X5 to high, X100 and will include imaging samples in fluids such as culture fluids and buffers. The microscope will be used by individuals with a range of expertise and backgrounds ranging from dedicated technicians to masters students. Ease of use and an intuitive interface is essential. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27844fe3-ef7b-42d6-935a-b391d4204e2a | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Jun 2017 | | Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Apr 2017 | | Contract period | 22 Feb 2017 - 31 Jul 2017 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38511000 - Electron microscopes - 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes ## Release History - 19 Jun 2017 at 12:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27844fe3-ef7b-42d6-935a-b391d4204e2a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27844fe3-ef7b-42d6-935a-b391d4204e2a 19th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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