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title: "KCL-00001050 Supply and Installation of a Light Sheet Microscope"
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# KCL-00001050 Supply and Installation of a Light Sheet Microscope

Buyer: KING'S COLLEGE LONDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-943e851e-2ab5-4818-9ae8-d6f9a5b0adb2

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## Summary

King's College London is conducting a procurement process for the supply and installation of a Light Sheet Microscope, intended for the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology. This opportunity falls under the goods category, specifically classified as microscopes (CPV code: 38510000). The tender, initiated on 5th February 2018, is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 15th February 2018 at 23:59:59. The contract is expected to begin on 27th March 2018 and will run until 26th March 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, with a value set at £490,000 and a minimum value of £400,000, to be conducted at King's College London, located at New Hunt's House, Guy's Campus, London, SE1 1UL.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instrumentation, particularly those that can supply advanced microscopy solutions. Vendors with expertise in the high-technology and biomedical fields would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, companies capable of providing comprehensive installation services will enhance their appeal, as the equipment is intended for a multi-user research environment within a prestigious academic institution, fostering potential collaborations and further business growth in related sectors.

## Notice

King's College London invites tenders for the supply of a Light Sheet Microscope for the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology. The light sheet microscope will be a multi-user resource for researchers in the Centre and will be sited in sited in the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology, King's College London, New Hunt's House, 4th Floor, Guy's Campus, London SE1 1UL. King's College London is one of the top research Universities in the UK and as part of King's Health Partners, is closely integrated with clinical practice at Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospital, King's College Hospital and the South London and Maudsley Trusts. This diverse community incorporates large numbers of researchers investigating disease, tissue specification and regeneration. Additional information: Suppliers are required to register and express interest via the University's electronic tendering site at the following URL: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/kcl/ The University reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any cost incurred in tendering. Please note all submissions must be made electronically unless otherwise expressed in the tender documents. All submissions will be subject to the University's conditions of electronic submission found at the following URL: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/aboutkings/orgstructure/ps/purchasing/suppliers/etender.aspx All tenders must be priced in sterling and payments under the Contract will be made in sterling. Delivery Notes New Hunt's House, Guy's Campus, London Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2018 - 26 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £490,000 |
| 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 | KING'S COLLEGE LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 1UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2018 at 14:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553
- 13 Feb 2018 at 14:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553
- 6 Feb 2018 at 09:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553
- 6 Feb 2018 at 09:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553
- 5 Feb 2018 at 16:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08f768eb-32cb-49fb-8be7-d91604096553
  13th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/kcl/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.kcl.ac.uk
- http://www.kcl.ac.uk/aboutkings/orgstructure/ps/purchasing/suppliers/etender.aspx
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/kcl/

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