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title: "Live Cell Imaging Microscope - AWARD"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY"
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# Live Cell Imaging Microscope - AWARD

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9fb46679-4393-4ed2-9783-5fa0ea42300e

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## Summary

Manchester Metropolitan University has completed a procurement process for a Live Cell Imaging Microscope, classified under the industry category of Microscopes (CPV: 38510000). The procurement method used was a restricted procedure, classified as "selective." The tendering process concluded on 28th March 2024, with the contract period set to commence on 10th June 2024 and end on 9th June 2026. The awarded contract targets various delivery locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This award status indicates the procurement stage is complete.

The awarded supplier, Carl Zeiss Ltd, provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific and laboratory equipment, especially those offering advanced imaging technologies. Although this procurement is not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger and well-established firms with expertise in micro-imaging equipment may find this tender valuable for establishing or strengthening partnerships with educational institutions. Businesses looking to expand their market reach across diverse geographical regions may also benefit from fulfilling the contract's broad delivery scope.

## Notice

This procurement is for the procurement of one Live Cell Imaging Microscope as detailed in the Specification.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55f92d84-4b36-4b01-8165-0db77f1bb5b2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2024 - 9 Jun 2026 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASHIRE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M15 6BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| 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

- 24 Jul 2024 at 11:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55f92d84-4b36-4b01-8165-0db77f1bb5b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55f92d84-4b36-4b01-8165-0db77f1bb5b2
  24th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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