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title: "GB-Leeds: H/3153"
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# GB-Leeds: H/3153

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9a0b7d3-45a4-4254-bda7-3976522e7320

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of an intravital microscope system, titled "GB-Leeds: H/3153." This procurement falls within the goods category of medical equipment, specifically classified under microscopes (CPV code 38510000). The tender period is set to close on 13th March 2018, with the contract period commencing on 20th March 2018 and lasting until 20th March 2021. The procurement method is open, allowing any qualified supplier to participate, and the estimated contract value is between £50,000 and £100,000, with delivery expected in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This procurement opportunity is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in medical equipment and instrumentation. Companies with experience in providing advanced microscopy solutions, particularly those capable of offering equipment that can adapt to evolving research needs, will find this tender particularly relevant. Success in this tender could significantly enhance a supplier's visibility and engagement within the academic and medical research sectors.

## Notice

The Leeds Institute for Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine (LICAMM) at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for an intravital microscope system for in vivo analysis of cell function. The microscope will act as the primary machine within the LIGHT Building and will serve the needs of a wide group of cell biologists. A major focus of research will be the examination of cell-cell interactions in blood vessels of experimental animals. The equipment needs to be modifiable to future proof the provision for new requirements that may arise. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a83b96fd-7e47-4c2d-b3aa-be2e45683eb6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Mar 2018 - 20 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2018 at 17:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a83b96fd-7e47-4c2d-b3aa-be2e45683eb6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a83b96fd-7e47-4c2d-b3aa-be2e45683eb6
  8th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-H/3153/P8W3337563
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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