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title: "AWARD - Pico Imaging System"
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# AWARD - Pico Imaging System

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49df749f-76da-409c-a23a-63b7f3a1c366

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## Summary

The University of Leeds has completed the procurement process for a pico-imaging system, valued at £34,700. This contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was a direct single tender action, which concluded with the contract award on 28 September 2018. The contract period commenced on 1 October 2018 and will continue until 30 September 2019.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for suppliers of laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, as the procurement was specifically suitable for their participation, although voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were not eligible. Companies specialising in precision instruments and laboratory supplies would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. With the current focus on quality and value in public procurement, businesses that can demonstrate innovative solutions and strong after-sales support will have a competitive advantage.

## Notice

Award of a contract for a pico-imaging system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9489061f-d86b-4e83-9085-27449493ac07 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,700 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| 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 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOLECULAR DEVICES (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2018 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9489061f-d86b-4e83-9085-27449493ac07

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9489061f-d86b-4e83-9085-27449493ac07
  25th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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