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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-2937 Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-2937 Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6ce348a7-054a-4010-bfce-958b72ce4052

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation recently awarded a contract for an Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2 to Nikon Europe. The procurement process involved replacing an obsolete unit and was conducted under the goods category. The contract value amounts to 37,400.9 GBP, with a tender period ending on 23rd February 2023 and a contract period running until 16th March 2023. The buying organisation, UK Research & Innovation, based in Swindon, South East United Kingdom, managed this procurement process.

This award presents an opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment industry, especially those specializing in microscopes. With a specific focus on goods, companies with a large-scale of operations, like Nikon Europe, have been successful in securing such contracts. Understanding the requirements for providing compatible systems and meeting deadlines is crucial for businesses aiming to compete effectively in similar procurement processes. Suppliers catering to research institutions can benefit from staying informed about upcoming tenders and awards within the industry.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) had a requirement to provide an Inverted Microscope Eclipse Ti2 to replace and obsolete unit. It is recommended that the original manufacturer undertake this project due to compatibility with the 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/8cd2ccc9-ca66-461f-ab8e-ab027269a9c0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2023 |
| Contract period | 24 Feb 2023 - 16 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,400 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,400 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NIKON EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38513100 - Inverted microscopes

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2023 at 09:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cd2ccc9-ca66-461f-ab8e-ab027269a9c0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cd2ccc9-ca66-461f-ab8e-ab027269a9c0
  24th February 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=762436309
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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