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title: "Widefield Inverted Microscope"
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# Widefield Inverted Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9a14a5ae-dbba-4a19-8f27-876ba59ed01d

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the University of Bristol, which has successfully awarded a contract for the supply of a Widefield Inverted Microscope. This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically relating to inverted microscopes, and was executed under the selective procurement method as a call-off from an existing framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 29 June 2021, and the contract commenced on 1 July 2021, with a duration extending until 1 October 2024. The contract is valued at £74,013 and the delivery address is located in South West England, postal code BS1 1TR.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in optics and laboratory equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that possess the required expertise to supply high-quality microscopes. Firms that can offer innovative imaging solutions or related technological advancements may find this an advantageous market to enter. With the contract spanning over three years, suppliers have the potential to establish a long-term relationship with a reputable contracting authority like the University of Bristol.

## Notice

Supply of Widefield Inverted Microscope under AUPC framework LAB1015AP Supply of Microscopes and Imaging Equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b948dd6-dcc5-4753-aedd-3c346c883564 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 1 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,013 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,013 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38513100 - Inverted microscopes

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2021 at 10:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b948dd6-dcc5-4753-aedd-3c346c883564

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b948dd6-dcc5-4753-aedd-3c346c883564
  7th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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