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title: "Purchase of Scanning Electron Microscope with Upgraded EDX Analysis Software and Ongoing Support"
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# Purchase of Scanning Electron Microscope with Upgraded EDX Analysis Software and Ongoing Support

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7bbef3fb-e7d5-4fff-aa6a-cdd2f13a525f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has successfully completed a public procurement process for the purchase of a Scanning Electron Microscope, along with upgraded EDX analysis software and ongoing support. The procurement, classified under the goods category for scanning electron microscopes, utilised an open procurement method and concluded with the award on 10th July 2017. The contract period commenced on 18th July 2017 and is set to conclude on 22nd October 2022, with the contract valued at £184,440. Delivery is required in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender period ended on 16th March 2017.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in advanced scientific equipment and support services. Companies with expertise in microscopy and related technologies would find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar tenders, especially those looking to collaborate on high-value government contracts. The successful bidder for this contract was Carl Zeiss Ltd, highlighting the competitive landscape for businesses aiming to deliver innovative solutions to public sector needs.

## Notice

Purchase of Scanning Electron Microscope with upgraded EDX analysis software and ongoing support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d130d71-b5fb-434a-92ca-36fb409a5b22 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | 17 Jul 2017 - 22 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £184,440 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | GOSPORT |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3LU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2017 at 14:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d130d71-b5fb-434a-92ca-36fb409a5b22

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d130d71-b5fb-434a-92ca-36fb409a5b22
  20th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a8ba0cb-7966-415b-b44b-5ae2f18f6164
  Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5e8f7f6e-8b88-4174-8650-52319296f29d
  Terms and Conditions

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