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title: "Direct Award APUC LAB1028 AP Microscopes and Imaging Equipment"
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# Direct Award APUC LAB1028 AP Microscopes and Imaging Equipment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b75c69fd-3a75-496f-9d8f-d80067f6a4b9

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## Summary

The University of Hull has completed the procurement process for the "Direct Award APUC LAB1028 AP Microscopes and Imaging Equipment," which focuses on purchasing specialised laboratory equipment under the CPV code 38510000 (Microscopes). This procurement is part of a larger research project and was conducted using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was published on 12 November 2025, with the contract beginning on 11 December 2024 and lasting until 10 December 2027. The equipment will be delivered to postal code HU6 7RX in England. The total contract value amounts to £176,777, showcasing the project's significance in the realm of scientific advancement.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies experienced in supplying laboratory equipment and microscopes. The awarded contract went to Leica Microsystems, indicating that businesses with a robust portfolio in high-precision imaging tools and those capable of handling large-scale projects are ideal candidates. While the procurement focused on a larger enterprise under a framework agreement, it emphasises the demand for high-quality, technologically advanced solutions in the educational and research sectors. As the procurement excludes SMEs and VCSEs from considerations, it primarily targets well-established firms capable of delivering cutting-edge products meeting the demanding specifications of the University of Hull’s research initiatives.

## Notice

This contract award under framework LAB1028 Microscopy and Imaging forms part of a larger ongoing research project involving the phase procurement of specialist laboratory equipment. Publication of the award was delayed due to the evolving nature of the programme and need to coordinate multiple procurements. This notice is published to ensure transparency and align to best practice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0359c666-cfdc-4142-b992-94ae2048c84b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2024 - 10 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £176,777 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £176,777 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF HULL |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2025 at 10:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0359c666-cfdc-4142-b992-94ae2048c84b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0359c666-cfdc-4142-b992-94ae2048c84b
  12th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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