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title: "GB-Leeds: E/3369 - Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope"
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# GB-Leeds: E/3369 - Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d96a71fe-1786-4050-a626-adaaa7431678

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## Summary

The University of Leeds has initiated a tender process for the procurement of three High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) instruments to enhance online analysis capabilities for flow reactors. This procurement, classified under the CPV code 38432200 for Chromatographs, is currently in the active tender stage. The tender is open and will remain so until 17 October 2018, with a contract period beginning on 1 January 2019 and concluding on 31 December 2023. The financial value of this contract ranges from £25,000 to £50,000, and the location for delivery is in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the scientific and analytical instrumentation sector to engage with a prestigious academic institution. Businesses that manufacture or supply chromatography and laboratory equipment, as well as those specialising in related services, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The open procurement method encourages a diverse range of competitors, allowing for innovation and competitive pricing, which can ultimately foster growth within this niche industry.

## Notice

The Institute of Process Research and Development at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for 3 HPLC instruments for online analysis of flow reactors. 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/b0fde198-b8a1-4cb6-b7cd-20a0a53e200c |
| 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 | 26 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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

- 38432200 - Chromatographs

## Release History

- 26 Sep 2018 at 15:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0fde198-b8a1-4cb6-b7cd-20a0a53e200c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0fde198-b8a1-4cb6-b7cd-20a0a53e200c
  26th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-E/3369---Confocal-Laser-Scanning-Microscope/6D292N5ZEU
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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