--- title: "UKSBS RFP PR17176 Fast Confocal Microscope System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2018-02-28" --- # UKSBS RFP PR17176 Fast Confocal Microscope System Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c01751e4-dc88-41e2-a593-79ab4c9a5299.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the UK Shared Business Services Limited, which is seeking to acquire a Fast Confocal Microscope System for the Laboratory of Molecular Biology located in Cambridge. This tender, titled "UKSBS RFP PR17176 Fast Confocal Microscope System," is classified under the goods category, specifically focused on microscopes (CPV code 38510000). The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period ended on 19th January 2018. A contract was awarded, with an estimated value of £350,000, starting from 22nd February 2018 and lasting until 21st February 2020. The responses for submissions were required to be uploaded via the Emptoris e-sourcing platform, and the specifics of participation highlighted registration requirements. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment and imaging technologies sector to expand their market presence. Companies that specialise in high-speed multichannel fluorescence imaging systems, particularly those capable of providing cutting-edge imaging solutions for biological research, would be well-suited to compete. Given the tender's focus on quality and advanced technology, potential bidders need to demonstrate expertise in developing systems that minimise photo bleaching and phototoxicity during live imaging, addressing the specific needs of high-level research institutions. ## Notice PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CLOSING TIME FOR RESPONSES IS 14.00 (GMT) ON 19th JANUARY 2018. ALL RESPONSES MUST BE UPLOADED TO THE EMPTORIS ESOURCING PLATFORM. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY DIRECT TO THE BUYER. Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. The fast confocal microscope system covered by this requirement is intended to provide the Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge with a high-speed multichannel fluorescence imaging system capable of super-resolution imaging and optimised for live sample imaging (minimised photo bleaching and phototoxicity). The system shall be capable of fluorescence imaging of live cultured cells, motile live cells, freely moving small model organisms and of live tissue explants. We are looking for a 'latest generation' instrument that offers improvements in imaging performance over our existing spinning disk confocal microscope. Additional information: All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts). This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If Bidders have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris by following the link 'Supplier eSourcing Registration'. Please note that, to register, Bidders must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Note: registration may take some time please ensure that you allow a sufficient amount of time to register. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; Your organisation's full name as a registered supplier; the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service (CCS) will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Helpdesk (Not UK SBS Ltd): Freephone: 0345 410 2222 email: eenablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk Training support to respond to a requirement is available to bidders at http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/Pages/supplier.aspx Responses must be received by the date in IV.3.4. Responses received outside or concurrently using the eSourcing process will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ce8d6c7-32bb-4aee-a70f-ac54a53433f3 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Feb 2018 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 19 Feb 2018 | | Contract period | 22 Feb 2018 - 23 Mar 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £350,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £268,672 | | 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | SWINDON, | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | NIKON | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38510000 - Microscopes ## Release History - 28 Feb 2018 at 10:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ce8d6c7-32bb-4aee-a70f-ac54a53433f3 - 20 Dec 2017 at 10:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/432dab2d-c563-42f0-9564-b2dd08644b46 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ce8d6c7-32bb-4aee-a70f-ac54a53433f3 28th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/432dab2d-c563-42f0-9564-b2dd08644b46 20th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2c7ddca7-0aa9-4acc-8f02-7aa6303b3b59 RFP PR17176 AW5.2 Price Schedule Template - Draft - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fd749a1e-873a-4cd7-adb5-df65667a489d RFP PR17176 GS1 Contract - Draft - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/20b87357-c683-4ca4-8a21-7a9e314119c7 RFP PR17176 Request for Proposal - Final - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2e745a47-9638-47ec-8fcd-ac742550ba98 RFP PR17176 Request for Proposal questions - Final - https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris/sso_login.jsp#/login/loginPage Emptoris access ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/Pages/supplier.aspx - https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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