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title: "Supply of Two Microscopes - One Inverted, One Stereo"
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# Supply of Two Microscopes - One Inverted, One Stereo

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-515b7e73-7b55-419d-a7d9-d51268c2a6d9

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the supply of two microscopes, specifically one inverted and one stereo, to the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This contract is classified under installation services of laboratory equipment and has a total value of £36,000. Located in the East of England, the tender is currently active and follows an open procurement method, specifically designed as an open procedure below threshold. The tender submission period ends on 14th January 2019, leading to a contract period that commences on 28th January 2019 and concludes on 29th March 2019.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the laboratory equipment sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of meeting the specifications outlined. Companies involved in the manufacture and supply of scientific instruments, as well as those providing installation services, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this contract could enhance supplier visibility and potentially lead to further collaborations within the public sector.

## Notice

Supply of one inverted microscope and one stereo microscope to APHA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501eac9b-c3dc-4e7d-9030-676d5c883044 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2019 - 29 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE1 1NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Peterborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

## Release History

- 13 Dec 2018 at 14:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501eac9b-c3dc-4e7d-9030-676d5c883044

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501eac9b-c3dc-4e7d-9030-676d5c883044
  13th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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