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title: "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3242 Upgrade of microscope light sources to LED technology"
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# GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3242 Upgrade of microscope light sources to LED technology

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e12fbe68-8acf-430f-91ed-5d8313871ac5

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has recently completed a procurement process for the "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-3242 Upgrade of microscope light sources to LED technology." This tender, classified under "Laboratory microscope replacement bulbs" (CPV code 38519500), pertains to the supply of LED microscope light sources for delivery in the East of England, United Kingdom. The process, which falls under the "Goods" category, culminated with the awarding of the contract on 20th December 2023. The contract period spans from 21st December 2023 to 30th August 2024. The procurement method was not specified in detail, though the process has now reached the award stage, with the final contract value amounting to £42,549.84. Additional details, including redacted contract documents, will be made available on the UKRI website within the next 30 days.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced laboratory equipment and LED technology, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality, reliable microscope light sources. Companies that understand the specific needs of research institutions and can offer tailored solutions would find this contract appealing. The successful supplier, Evident, an SME based in Stansted, demonstrates that small and medium-sized enterprises are well-positioned to succeed in such specialised procurement processes, paving the way for further business expansion within this sector.

## Notice

UKRI requires a contract for the supply of LED microscope light sources Additional information: Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16cd4b76-857b-42f8-a007-d74b80d315a0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2023 |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2023 - 30 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £42,549 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,549 |
| 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 & 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 | EVIDENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38519500 - Laboratory microscope replacement bulbs

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 08:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16cd4b76-857b-42f8-a007-d74b80d315a0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16cd4b76-857b-42f8-a007-d74b80d315a0
  8th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=881343646
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

## Provenance

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