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title: "Automated Low Magnification Fluorescence Microscope"
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# Automated Low Magnification Fluorescence Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aa3f93e4-45bf-43eb-ac3e-22198e4fc393

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is currently conducting a procurement process for an Automated Low Magnification Fluorescence Microscope, categorized under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was published on 23rd June 2017, and the open procedure for submitting bids is set to close on 7th July 2017. This equipment will be utilised by researchers at the Living Systems Institute in Exeter, located in the South West of the United Kingdom, to enhance their research capabilities. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £10,000 to £100,000, and delivery is expected to take place between 8th July and 9th July 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment and technology sectors, particularly those offering automation and imaging solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in manufacturing high-quality scientific instruments would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. This procurement process not only allows potential suppliers to expand their market presence but also contributes to advancements in research capabilities within the higher education sector.

## Notice

This microscope will be available to all researchers in the Living Systems Institute at the University of Exeter to support their research. The research done with this equipment will include, but not be limited to: * quantitative time-lapse microscopy of a large number of bacterial colonies at 37 C over the course of several days distributed on two microtiter plates, * high-speed recording of animal larvae, A platform for dissection and injection into animal eggs To cover these needs, the microscope needs to be fully automated, have incubation capabilities and include a high-speed camera. To increase throughput, the stage will need to be large enough to allow for imaging of two microtiter plates. Magnification and resolution should be capable of spanning the size range from observing single yeast cells to a field of view about 20 mm wide (without stitching).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a6302a9-568c-40cb-9df6-5bc5abe70a22 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2017 - 9 Jul 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2017 at 15:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a6302a9-568c-40cb-9df6-5bc5abe70a22

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a6302a9-568c-40cb-9df6-5bc5abe70a22
  23rd June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=20684&B=EXETER
  Applicants need to register their interest on the University of Exeter's electronic tendering System link above. The procurement exercise is completely managed via this system. Registration is free of charge to potential suppliers
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  To access documents please follow the link above

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

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