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title: "BioAFM System Integrating Atomic Force Microscopy with a Fluorescence Microscope"
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# BioAFM System Integrating Atomic Force Microscopy with a Fluorescence Microscope

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-af7e9c98-a1fa-4392-8393-1bdb99e8ecbd

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## Summary

The University of Warwick's Medical School is seeking to purchase an atomic force microscope (AFM) integrated with a fluorescence light microscope for live single molecule and cell/tissue observations. This tender is split into two lots: AFM and fluorescence light microscope. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 29th September 2023. The contract period is set between 2nd November 2023 and 1st November 2024. The University of Warwick, as the buying organization, is located in Coventry, West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender for microscopes presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the goods category, especially those specializing in microscopes or related optical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly suited for growth opportunities. Interested businesses are advised to access the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal for further details and to engage in the procurement process.

## Notice

The University of Warwick's Medical School has a requirement to purchase an atomic force microscope (AFM) integrated with a fluorescence light microscope for live single molecule observation and live cell/tissue 3D observation. This tender will be split into two lots, lot 1 AFM and lot 2 Florescence light microscope. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fdfdf2d-00d3-4558-a099-1f01c9955403 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2023 - 1 Nov 2024 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV4 7AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wainbody |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes
- 38513100 - Inverted microscopes
- 38515000 - Fluorescent and polarising microscopes
- 38515200 - Fluorescent microscopes
- 38634000 - Optical microscopes

## Release History

- 31 Aug 2023 at 08:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fdfdf2d-00d3-4558-a099-1f01c9955403
- 30 Aug 2023 at 16:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fdfdf2d-00d3-4558-a099-1f01c9955403
- 30 Aug 2023 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fdfdf2d-00d3-4558-a099-1f01c9955403

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fdfdf2d-00d3-4558-a099-1f01c9955403
  31st August 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick

## Provenance

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