--- title: "1232/LF Multi Photon Microscope" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2016-11-18" --- # 1232/LF Multi Photon Microscope Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b61f51e7-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently seeking bids for a Multi Photon Microscope as part of a tendering process initiated by the Department of Biomedical Science. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically classified as Microscopes (CPV code 38510000). The tender is at the planning stage, with submissions due by 14th September 2015 at 12 noon (UK time). The contract period is expected to commence on 1st October 2015 and conclude on 30th November 2015. Bidders are required to submit their tenders via the University’s e-tendering system in Sheffield, located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers, particularly those specialising in scientific equipment and technology, to establish a partnership with a prestigious educational institution. Businesses focusing on modular and adaptable laboratory equipment would find this tender appealing, especially given the related tender for an Electrophysiology system. Suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate value through competitive pricing and additional discounts for bidders applying to both tenders. Entrepreneurs in the scientific and technical sectors should note the potential for collaboration and innovation in supporting the University’s research programme in sensory processing and learning & memory. ## Notice The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Biomedical Science for a Multi Photon Microscope. We are currently setting up a new laboratory with a research programme focused on the study of sensory processing and learning & memory, combining studies at molecular, cellular, systems, and behavioural levels. During this start-up stage of the laboratory, we require an adaptable, modular and inexpensive microscope system for multi-photon imaging of brain activity in vivo This tender is one of 2 separate but interlinked tenders that contribute towards our investment in setting up a new laboratory in our Department of Biomedical Science. The linked tender is 1233/LF Electrophysiology system. We recognise that some suppliers may only be able to bid against one of the tenders and others may wish to bid for both. If you are bidding against both tenders we would encourage you to provide details of any additional discounts that would be available to us in the relevant pricing tables. This is a non-EU, open procurement procedure. The ITT and full specification and supporting documents can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend portal. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. The closing date for return of tenders is 15th September 2015 at 12 noon (UK time) Additional information: This is an open tender The Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend correspondence facility. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b9e70c-1613-4109-82fb-f0993e07e304 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2015 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2015 - 30 Nov 2015 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38510000 - Microscopes ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b9e70c-1613-4109-82fb-f0993e07e304 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b9e70c-1613-4109-82fb-f0993e07e304 25th August 2015 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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