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title: "Supply of Stereo Microscope & Camera"
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buyer: "ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS"
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# Supply of Stereo Microscope & Camera

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80ee69f2-c936-4290-b57d-47ed7e87579e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a tender issued by the Royal Botanic Gardens for the supply of a Stereo Microscope with a Digital Camera, classified under the microscopes category (CPV code: 38510000). This contract, valued at £15,000, was awarded to Leica Microsystems (UK) Limited on 15th January 2018, with the contract period running until 31st March 2018. The procurement method used for this process was selective, following a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 11th December 2017, and the contract activities are based in Richmond, England.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the scientific equipment supply sector, particularly those specialising in microscopy. Companies that can ensure high-quality delivery of microscopes and associated technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar procurement opportunities. Engaging with such contracts can enable businesses to expand their market presence and establish relationships with prestigious institutions like the Royal Botanic Gardens.

## Notice

Supply of Stereo Microscope with a Digital Camera

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05de1637-924d-43c3-bc0a-7461c79c2994 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 16 Jan 2018 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £17,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2018 at 13:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05de1637-924d-43c3-bc0a-7461c79c2994

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05de1637-924d-43c3-bc0a-7461c79c2994
  22nd March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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