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title: "(NU/1651) The Supply of a Large-Scale HD CMOS MEA System with 3D Pillar Electrodes"
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# (NU/1651) The Supply of a Large-Scale HD CMOS MEA System with 3D Pillar Electrodes

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-93c88723-429d-4f93-abb0-88b09d42e16c

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Newcastle University, seeking to acquire a large-scale HD CMOS multi-electrode array system with 3D pillar electrodes, estimated at a value of £150,000. This tender falls under the laboratory equipment classification (CPV code 38000000) and is part of the goods procurement category. The tender was published on 13 April 2021 and the deadline for submissions is 27 April 2021, with the contract period expected to commence on 23 May 2021, lasting until 12 April 2024. The procurement method is categorised as "Other".

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory or optical equipment, particularly those offering high-density imaging systems suitable for academic or commercial settings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this process especially suited to their capabilities, as Newcastle University aims to enhance its bioimaging unit's offerings through innovative technology. Companies proficient in high-end microscopy solutions and systems integration will likely be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

## Notice

Newcastle University Bioimaging Unit is a multi-user imaging facility within FMS whose primary aim is to provide light high-end light microscopy and support to members of the University as well as external academic or commercial customers. The facility intends to expand its services to include the following imaging equipment detailed below. A large-scale high density (HD) complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) multi-electrode array (MEA) system with 3D pillar electrodes is required to record from neuronal preparations in vitro. The system is required to record from neurones in the depth of the tissue (below the surface where they are often damaged by the slicing process). The system must be able to fit under various microscope platforms to enable simultaneous recording from the tissue.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a370ec-26de-40ca-816e-1950a9e0666c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Other |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 May 2021 - 12 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2021 at 08:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a370ec-26de-40ca-816e-1950a9e0666c
- 13 Apr 2021 at 08:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a370ec-26de-40ca-816e-1950a9e0666c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a370ec-26de-40ca-816e-1950a9e0666c
  27th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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