--- title: "1433/JO- Multi Photon Microscope" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2017-10-13" --- # 1433/JO- Multi Photon Microscope Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76d7a07a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently managing a procurement process for a Multi-Photon Microscope on behalf of its Department of Psychology. This open tender seeks suppliers within the goods sector, specifically microscopes, and is situated in Sheffield, England. The procurement method is an EU open procedure, with the tender closing on 19th December 2016 at 12 noon (UK time). The contract is slated to commence on 16th January 2017 and conclude by 1st July 2017. This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those that can provide adaptable and modular microscope systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or suppliers with expertise in imaging technology, photonics, or related fields would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging with this tender could lead to valuable long-term partnerships with a reputable educational institution, enhancing the supplier's portfolio and visibility in the scientific research community. ## Notice The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Psychology for a Multi-Photon Microscope. We require an adaptable, modular microscope system for multi-photon imaging of neuronal and glial cell activity in vivo and in vitro. Experiments involving photoactivation of light sensitive channels will be performed in addition to imaging of fluorescent proteins and indicator dyes, and flash photolysis of caged compounds. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: Monday 19th December 2016 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: This is a E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7edafcd2-3190-4da7-aa34-059d7aadf9ae | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 3 Oct 2017 | | Contract period | 4 Oct 2017 - 13 Oct 2017 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £197,076 | | 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 SHEFFIELD | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | THORLABS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38510000 - Microscopes ## Release History - 13 Oct 2017 at 14:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7edafcd2-3190-4da7-aa34-059d7aadf9ae - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f7eb9b4-1028-4d3d-8d83-be6e08b9f950 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7edafcd2-3190-4da7-aa34-059d7aadf9ae 13th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f7eb9b4-1028-4d3d-8d83-be6e08b9f950 17th November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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