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title: "GB-Leeds: 2024-25/4301- Supply of a replacement for a Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy capability'"
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# GB-Leeds: 2024-25/4301- Supply of a replacement for a Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy capability'

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4a648c4-936a-4b17-b2b3-7811a3de20f8

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "GB-Leeds: 2024-25/4301- Supply of a replacement for a Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy capability." This procurement falls under the industry category of Scanning Electron Microscopes (CPV code 38511100) and is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The tender initiation began on 21 October 2024, with the tender period closing on 10 November 2024. The expected contract period is from 31 July 2025 to 31 July 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the estimated contract value ranges between £100,000 and £500,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in advanced scientific equipment manufacturing and supply, especially small or medium enterprises (SMEs), which are explicitly encouraged to apply. Companies specialising in high-resolution microscopy and spectroscopy solutions would find this contract particularly relevant. Winning this tender could provide substantial business growth by securing a high-value contract with a prominent academic institution. The procurement is being managed by the University's Purchasing Office, with Sam Greaves as the contact point for any inquiries.

## Notice

The School of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for a replacement for an existing desktop SEM with EDX. 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/2435c680-b00b-4fc8-b947-7b302b811f63 |
| 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 | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2024 at 11:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2435c680-b00b-4fc8-b947-7b302b811f63

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2435c680-b00b-4fc8-b947-7b302b811f63
  21st October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=897282263
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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