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title: "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3606 iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system"
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# GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3606 iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bac8ad6-04e1-40b3-bcd9-e9df784c9ed5

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3606 iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system" has been completed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI). This contract falls under the microscopes industry category and is located in the East of England. The procurement stage is at the award stage with the award date being 18th December 2023. The contract, valued at £96,383.71, started on 21st December 2023 and is set to end on 8th August 2024. The supplier awarded this contract is CAIRN RESEARCH LIMITED. The procurement method details were not specified.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those in the SME and VCSE categories, as it involves supplying advanced microscope upgrade components. Companies with expertise in developing and supplying highly specialised optical instruments and those that are capable of delivering high-precision goods within strict timelines would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in contracts with prestigious entities like UKRI could enhance a supplier’s portfolio and open doors to further business prospects in the scientific research sector.

## Notice

Supply of iLas 2 ring TIRF upgrade to the TIRF microscope system Additional information: Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b884782a-63f5-452d-adbf-2be6e7198952 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2023 |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2023 - 8 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £96,383 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £96,383 |
| 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 RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | CAIRN RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b884782a-63f5-452d-adbf-2be6e7198952

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b884782a-63f5-452d-adbf-2be6e7198952
  8th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=881369044
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

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