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title: "GB-London: Metrology microscope system for archaeological research for Natural History Museum"
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buyer: "NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM"
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# GB-London: Metrology microscope system for archaeological research for Natural History Museum

Buyer: NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-467a9284-b36a-43fd-a684-ff8975295c11

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## Summary

The Natural History Museum in London is currently conducting a public procurement process for a metrology microscope system aimed at enhancing archaeological research. This open procedure tender, which falls under the category of goods, has an estimated contract value of £50,000, with a minimum value of £25,000. The tender was published on 14 January 2022, and submissions are due by 3 February 2022. The contract period is set to commence on 7 February 2022 and will conclude by 31 March 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations that specialise in instruments and scientific equipment. Businesses that can provide high-quality microscopy equipment, expertise in archaeological applications, and reliable service may find this procured contract especially advantageous for expanding their service offerings and entering the public sector market.

## Notice

Metrology microscope system for archaeological research for Natural History Museum 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/9b146431-b99c-4794-8a55-db3726000c20 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW11 3DZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI34 Wandsworth |
| Local authority | Wandsworth |
| Electoral ward | St Mary's |
| Westminster constituency | Battersea |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2022 at 12:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b146431-b99c-4794-8a55-db3726000c20

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b146431-b99c-4794-8a55-db3726000c20
  14th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Metrology-microscope-system-for-archaeological-research-for-Natural-History-Museum/M3R8XWURPS
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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