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title: "PK045 Primostar 3 Microscope set(s)"
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# PK045 Primostar 3 Microscope set(s)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5b17d176-c95d-4354-bd2a-5dcf308118e8

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## Summary

The University Of The West Of England has completed the procurement process for the supply of Primostar 3 microscope sets, classified under CPV code 38510000 (Microscopes). This procurement, titled "PK045 Primostar 3 Microscope set(s)," involves the acquisition of 70 Primostar microscopes with 70 micrometers and 30 oil immersion lenses, along with 30 Stemi microscopes with 60 eye cups and 30 K LED lighting. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering phase concluded on 11 April 2024, and the contract was awarded shortly thereafter, with the contract period spanning from 12 April 2024 to 13 April 2024. The contract, valued at £153,010, was awarded to Appleton Woods Limited, an SME based in Birmingham.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those providing advanced microscopy solutions. The framework agreement approach allows suitable SMEs to benefit by supplying high-quality goods to a prestigious university, thereby enhancing their market reputation and expanding their clientele in the education sector. Businesses with expertise in scientific instrumentation and the ability to fulfil specific university requirements would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders, potentially leading to sustained business growth and increased revenue streams.

## Notice

Framework ref: LAB1028 AP * 70 x primostar microscopes with 70 micrometers and 30 x 100x oil immersion lenses. * 30 x Stemi microscopes with 60 eye cups and 30 x K LED lighting

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b7a6949-e1b7-484a-ac8a-1701ef012057 |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Apr 2024 - 13 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £153,010 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £153,010 |
| 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 THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APPLETON WOODS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2025 at 08:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b7a6949-e1b7-484a-ac8a-1701ef012057
- 24 May 2024 at 12:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b7a6949-e1b7-484a-ac8a-1701ef012057

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b7a6949-e1b7-484a-ac8a-1701ef012057
  4th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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