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title: "Confocal Microscope"
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# Confocal Microscope

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b475774-a356-4f6c-ab26-605b3a4db2e9

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited as the buyer, seeking to acquire an Inverted Confocal Microscope as detailed in the award notice published on 21st November 2018. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as microscopes with the CPV code 38510000. The procurement method used was selective, as it was a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period officially ended on 14th November 2018, while the contract commenced on 15th November 2018 and is set to conclude on 14th November 2019, with delivery to an address in Swindon, England, postal code SN21FF.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of high-end scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in microscopy and imaging technologies. Companies capable of meeting the specifications for laboratory equipment and who have experience in working within framework agreements would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement could enhance business growth by establishing relationships with key public sector buyers and expanding market presence in the scientific research sector.

## Notice

Award Notice for the award of Inverted Confocal microscope for UK Research & Innovation via the APUC Framework LAB1015AP - Microscopes and Imaging Equipment Lot 1.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f03d5423-c646-4a55-aa83-ffafd517e280 |
| 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 | 21 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2018 - 14 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2018 at 17:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f03d5423-c646-4a55-aa83-ffafd517e280

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f03d5423-c646-4a55-aa83-ffafd517e280
  21st November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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