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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1305 Keyence VHX-7000 Digital Microscope System"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-1305 Keyence VHX-7000 Digital Microscope System

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7771d191-326e-43cd-9e14-6f889e9676b4

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Research & Innovation seeking to award a contract for the supply of a Keyence VHX-7000 Digital Microscope System, along with necessary accessories for the RAL Space Spectroscopy Group. This tender is classified under the goods category, specifically microscopy equipment. The contract value is £62,509, and the contract period is from 29th January 2021 to 26th February 2021. The procurement stage currently reflects the award of the contract, with the award notice published on 28th January 2021. The location for delivery is in Swindon, South East England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision scientific instruments or microscopy technologies to expand their reach. Companies that are well-suited to compete for this contract include manufacturers or suppliers of similar technological equipment, particularly those with tailored solutions for scientific and research industries. Engaging in this procurement could enhance visibility and strengthen market presence within the specialised field of scientific instrumentation.

## Notice

This contract is for the supply of a Keyence VHX-7000 Digital Microscope, with accessories and equipment tailored to RAL Space Spectroscopy Group requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd2d4bd-7875-49e9-8a1a-93a9dd6335d9 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Jan 2021 - 26 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £62,509 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £62,509 |
| 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 | KEYENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2021 at 15:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd2d4bd-7875-49e9-8a1a-93a9dd6335d9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd2d4bd-7875-49e9-8a1a-93a9dd6335d9
  28th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=564940365
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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