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title: "MRC LMB TIRF Microscope"
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# MRC LMB TIRF Microscope

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d26dfb29-f59d-4a59-b546-d101ed049913

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation organisation has awarded a contract for the purchase of an Azimuthal TIRF Microscope, classified under Microscopes, with a value of £200,859.71. The procurement method used was an open procedure with a tender period ending on December 13, 2023. The contract period spans from December 15, 2023, to March 31, 2024, in the East of England. Cairn Research Limited won the award, and the contact point for procurement inquiries is the Procurement Manager-MRC at mrcprocurement@ukri.org.

This procurement process presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the Microscopes industry, particularly those offering large-scale services, to engage. Companies capable of supplying advanced scientific equipment and technologies may find this tender suitable for their expertise. The contract awarded by UK Research and Innovation signifies a commitment to investing in cutting-edge research infrastructure, ensuring a competitive landscape for innovative suppliers in the scientific equipment sector.

## Notice

Purchase of Azimuthal TIRF Microscope

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a82e54e7-5ffd-4573-8a91-c04001969e26 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Dec 2023 |
| Contract period | 15 Dec 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,859 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,859 |
| 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 RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | CAIRN RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2023 at 11:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a82e54e7-5ffd-4573-8a91-c04001969e26

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a82e54e7-5ffd-4573-8a91-c04001969e26
  15th December 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=830501371
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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