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title: "LU00674 - Supply of an Integrated Atomic Force and Confocal Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscope (AFM-CFLIM)"
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# LU00674 - Supply of an Integrated Atomic Force and Confocal Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscope (AFM-CFLIM)

Buyer: LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7a004b6a-f43f-4273-b885-a27d4541d23b

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## Summary

Loughborough University is conducting a procurement process for the supply of an integrated Atomic Force and Confocal Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscope (AFM-CFLIM), aimed at characterising various materials. This tender is classified under the goods category, specifically for fluorescent and polarising microscopes, with an open procurement method. The tender was published on 24 October 2019, and the deadline for submission is 20 November 2019. The delivery address is situated in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period set to begin on 16 December 2019 and concluding on 30 June 2020.

This tender presents promising opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in scientific equipment manufacturing or advanced microscopy technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract, given its open tender process. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in innovative microscopy solutions and robust supply chain capabilities are encouraged to participate, as this project aligns with academic research and technological advancements in material science.

## Notice

Loughborough University has a requirement to procure an integrated atomic force (AFM) and confocal fluorescence lifetime imaging microscope (CFLIM) for the characterisation of a wide range of materials.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09758056-6c1e-4634-b4ad-fded07645c60 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2019 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LOUGHBOROUGH |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE11 3TU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Charnwood |
| Electoral ward | Loughborough Ashby |
| Westminster constituency | Loughborough |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38515000 - Fluorescent and polarising microscopes

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2019 at 13:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09758056-6c1e-4634-b4ad-fded07645c60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09758056-6c1e-4634-b4ad-fded07645c60
  24th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Loughborough:-Fluorescent-and-polarising-microscopes./MWQ5G364BU
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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