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

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b7e9abe8-e69e-4898-ab2e-fc2dd1edde1a

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## Summary

The recent procurement process overseen by the University of Hull pertains to a direct award under the APUC LAB1028 framework for microscopes and imaging equipment. This selective procurement, identified as CTWR1, involves call-offs from a framework agreement and plays a crucial role in an ongoing research project. The procurement, classified within the 'Microscopes' category, equates to a contract value of £112,858 and is set within the UK, specifically in the postal code area HU6 7RX. Conducted in the 'goods' category, the contract award was completed on the 6th of December, 2024, with key publication occurring on the 12th of November, 2025, ensuring transparency in alignment with best practices.

This tender provides prospective opportunities for businesses, especially those experienced in specialist laboratory equipment supply within the microscopy industry. Although the current procurement method limits smaller enterprises as neither SMEs nor VCSEs were deemed suitable, large-scale suppliers, such as Leica Microsystems, have successfully engaged, exemplifying the type of company well-suited to compete. Participation in such frameworks can facilitate businesses’ future growth by solidifying relationships with prominent educational institutions and potentially broadening involvement in phased procurement activities for significant research undertakings.

## Notice

This direct award under the framework APUC Microscopes and Imaging forms part of a larger ongoing research project involving the phased 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/c9e050bb-a25c-4294-8c9c-fc7abe0be05e |
| 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 | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Dec 2024 - 6 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £112,858 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £112,858 |
| 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 11:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e050bb-a25c-4294-8c9c-fc7abe0be05e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e050bb-a25c-4294-8c9c-fc7abe0be05e
  12th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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