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title: "Provision of a Scanning Electron Microscope"
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# Provision of a Scanning Electron Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2856e0e-96c9-4eea-9099-3851a927a1af

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has initiated a procurement process for the "Provision of a Scanning Electron Microscope," aimed at enhancing research capabilities in its Chemistry building. The procurement is classified under the main category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and the method employed is an open procedure. The tender was published on 18 December 2020, and the tender period concluded on 16 February 2021. This contract is valued at £800,000, with an anticipated delivery address in Southampton (SO17 1BJ). The contract is scheduled to commence on 30 June 2021 and will last until 29 June 2023.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory and precision instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may fulfil the requirements outlined in the tender documents. Interested suppliers can access these specifications by registering on the University’s e-tendering portal. With a budget of up to £800,000, this is an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their market presence in academic and research settings.

## Notice

The University of Southampton wishes to purchase a Scanning Electron Microscope for research purposes in it's Chemistry building. Full details of the requirements can be found in the File 4 specification. Access to documents is by way of registration on our e-tendering portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c625530-3445-4f61-9a4a-2fcaf7280046 |
| 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 | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £666,176 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2021 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c625530-3445-4f61-9a4a-2fcaf7280046
- 18 Dec 2020 at 15:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02475fde-c47d-42ed-be14-405d96ec1ca3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c625530-3445-4f61-9a4a-2fcaf7280046
  16th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02475fde-c47d-42ed-be14-405d96ec1ca3
  18th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/Home

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