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title: "GSS24881 - Renewal of confocal microscope service contract"
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# GSS24881 - Renewal of confocal microscope service contract

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69843f37-3da9-4c60-a0a2-28af6bf27903

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## Summary

UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, England, has completed a public procurement process titled "GSS24881 - Renewal of confocal microscope service contract". This tender, which falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment (CPV code 50400000), was initiated and awarded through a competitive quotation process below the threshold. The key dates to note include the conclusion of the tender period on 22 November 2024, and the contract period ranging from 24 November 2024 to 25 November 2024. The awarded contract is valued at £10,080 GBP and was granted to Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical and precision equipment services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The competitive quotation method suggests that similar future tenders may also accommodate businesses capable of offering specialized repair and maintenance services. Competing for such contracts can bolster business growth by securing valuable service agreements with governmental organizations and establishing a presence in the public procurement market.

## Notice

***please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** This has been awarded to Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd via competitive quotation for renewal of confocal microscope service contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2406005-5db3-419d-86bb-6016d6b1e12b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Nov 2024 - 25 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,080 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,080 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2024 at 11:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2406005-5db3-419d-86bb-6016d6b1e12b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2406005-5db3-419d-86bb-6016d6b1e12b
  26th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5f1d5929-59e9-4429-8455-cae6233f4b25

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