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title: "GB-Leeds: 2x Optical Microscopes"
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# GB-Leeds: 2x Optical Microscopes

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9dfca738-77ed-4a56-9b58-b1dbd23e180f

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## Summary

The University of Leeds conducted a procurement process titled "GB-Leeds: 2x Optical Microscopes" for the acquisition of two optical microscopes, classified under the goods category (CPV code 38510000). The procurement method was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 3rd December 2018. The total contract value was £35,518.92, and the contract is active from 5th December 2018 until 5th December 2021. This procurement is located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific equipment, particularly in optics and microscopy. Businesses that can offer competitive pricing and high-quality products aligned with the needs of educational institutions are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Engaging with academic buyers such as the University of Leeds can lead to future collaborations and contracts in the education and research sectors.

## Notice

Notice of award of two optical microscopes Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967d02a8-5163-493e-b3c9-5de52d3c3f1f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Dec 2018 - 5 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,518 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,518 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## 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

- 10 Jan 2019 at 11:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967d02a8-5163-493e-b3c9-5de52d3c3f1f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967d02a8-5163-493e-b3c9-5de52d3c3f1f
  10th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=369141832
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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