--- title: "Provision of Modifications to an Olympus BX41 Microscope" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND" published: "2020-03-09" --- # Provision of Modifications to an Olympus BX41 Microscope Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf4816db-ede9-4312-9d26-9643d6b9ab87.json) ## Summary Public Health England (PHE) is conducting a procurement process for the provision of modifications to an Olympus BX41 Microscope, classified under the industry category of Microscopes (CPV code 38510000). The tender was published on 9th March 2020, with the closing date for queries set for 20th March 2020. This open procurement process, which is below the typical threshold, aims to enhance the functionality of the existing microscope, requiring detailed specifications that interested suppliers must meet. The contract is expected to commence on 23rd March 2020 and will last until 22nd March 2023. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment modifications and accessories. Companies with capabilities in optics, microscopy technology, and custom engineering services will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. The specification details indicate a demand for advanced technical expertise, particularly those able to meet strict performance criteria set by PHE, which could lead to further engagements in the healthcare sector. ## Notice Public Health England (PHE) requires the provision of modifications to an Olympus BX41 Microscope. Due to the nature of the work, any proposed modifications must be able to fulfil the following requirements: - Have a manual upright microscope frame, which allows for the observation of images using reflected and transmitted light. - Have coaxial coarse and fine focusing using a stage 'up and down' mechanism. - Have a minimum focus stroke of 25 mm - Have a minimum coarse stroke of 15 mm/rotation - Have a minimum fine stroke of 100 um/rotation - Have a minimum graduation on fine focus of 1 um - Have a True colour LED light source compatible with the microscope frame, with an intensity comparable to a 30W halogen light source. - Have a manual universal reflected light illuminator for fluorescence and reflected brightfield imaging. - Have an 8-position cube turret with a shutter function. - Have a manual shutter for left- and right hand operation. - Have three slots for optical inserts - Have a colour camera compatible with the Olympus BX41 Microscope, capable of fluorescence imaging and producing images with at least 1800 x 1100-pixels, at a frame rate of no less than 50 frames per second. - Have a 0.63X C-mount adaptor If you feel that you can meet the above requirements, please email Anna.Gibson@phe.gov.uk and kallie.rivers@phe.gov.uk. The closing date and time for any queries is 20th March 2020. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5031da-e68b-42aa-a845-783c4d9e7e99 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Mar 2020 - 22 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £18,000 | | 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | North West London | | Postcode | NW9 5EQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West | | ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet | | Local authority | Barnet | | Electoral ward | Colindale South | | Westminster constituency | Hendon | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38510000 - Microscopes ## Release History - 9 Mar 2020 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5031da-e68b-42aa-a845-783c4d9e7e99 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5031da-e68b-42aa-a845-783c4d9e7e99 9th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england Information about our organisation ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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