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title: "CEFAS21-28 Fluroescence Stereomicroscope"
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# CEFAS21-28 Fluroescence Stereomicroscope

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a69e570a-48c4-4829-925a-969525c1e939

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, seeking to acquire a single Fluorescence Stereomicroscope for microplastic analysis. The contract, titled "CEFAS21-28 Fluorescence Stereomicroscope," falls under the category of fluorescent and polarising microscopes, with a contract value of £18,000. The delivery address is located in Lowestoft, East of England, UK. The tender was completed on 24 February 2021, with the contract period commencing on 8 March 2021 and concluding on 8 April 2021. This procurement was conducted through an open procedure, designed to encourage competition within the market.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses operating in the scientific equipment and microscopy sectors, particularly those offering high-resolution imaging technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is structured to support their involvement. Companies that specialise in the supply of high-tech scientific instruments and are capable of meeting specific technical requirements will find this an advantageous contract for growth and expansion within the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

Requirement: Cefas require to purchase a single Fluorescence Stereomicroscope with a high-resolution camera for microplastic work. Technical requirement: 1. 1 x Fluorescence Stereomicroscope 2. Fluorescence LED illumination systems 3. Suitable for Nile Red 4. Automated XY sliding stage 5. High-Resolution camera and imaging software The Fluorescence Stereomicroscope with High-Resolution Camera should be ideal for imaging Nile red stained microplastic fibers and fragments. The fluorescence filter should be GFP (excitation - 470/40x nm; emission 525/50nm). The microscope should include a sliding stage featuring XY movement control for the effective counting microplastic items and capturing of images. The camera system should be a high-resolution 20 MP camera and with imaging & video software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1c2a2a-5e28-401b-a79c-263619cb01ba |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Mar 2021 - 8 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GT VISION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38515000 - Fluorescent and polarising microscopes

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2021 at 12:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1c2a2a-5e28-401b-a79c-263619cb01ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1c2a2a-5e28-401b-a79c-263619cb01ba
  26th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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