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title: "Cryo Focused Ion Beam (cryo-FIB) Scanning Electron Microscope with integrated fluorescence"
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# Cryo Focused Ion Beam (cryo-FIB) Scanning Electron Microscope with integrated fluorescence

Buyer: BIRKBECK COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-562696f6-0883-4b9a-9c1c-e5aa039e7656

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## Summary

Birkbeck College has successfully completed a selective procurement process under the framework agreement NWUPC LAB3162, awarding a lot for a Cryo Focused Ion Beam (cryo-FIB) Scanning Electron Microscope. This procurement, valued at £1,426,441, falls under the goods category, specifically in the ion and molecular microscopes sector (CPV Code: 38512000). The instrument will be used for advanced research in structural molecular biology. The procurement process culminated in the award phase, with FEI UK Limited selected as the supplier. The delivery location is specified in London, postal code WC1E 7HX, and the contract period spans from 26th September 2025 to 25th December 2028.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-tech precision instruments, particularly those offering advanced microscopy solutions for scientific research. Given the scope and value of the equipment, firms that can provide cutting-edge technology tailored to molecular biology applications would be well-matched to this type of procurement. The framework agreement also implies potential for future call-offs, making this an attractive avenue for SMEs looking to expand their footprint in the scientific research instrumentation market.

## Notice

Lot 2 NWUPC LAB3162 Framework Agreement for a modern cryo-Focused Ion Beam Microscope (cryo-FIB) with in-column fluorescence and lift-out capabilities to perform milling of vitreous cell and tissue for research in structural molecular biology.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481ea113-e6db-409d-9be9-ddd4be1ab390 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Sep 2025 - 25 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,426,441 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,426,441 |
| 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 | BIRKBECK COLLEGE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC1E 7HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Bloomsbury |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FEI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38512000 - Ion and molecular microscopes

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2025 at 12:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481ea113-e6db-409d-9be9-ddd4be1ab390

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/481ea113-e6db-409d-9be9-ddd4be1ab390
  28th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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