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title: "Leica TCS SP8 Inverted Confocal Microscope"
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# Leica TCS SP8 Inverted Confocal Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e72d98ac-af52-45fa-8dce-e680318a5163

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## Summary

The University of the West of England (UWE) has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of a Leica TCS SP8 Inverted Confocal Microscope, classified under the CPV category of Microscopes. This tender, valued at £261,108.65, took place in the South West of England, with the contract period spanning from 27th June 2017 to 28th June 2017. The procurement process followed a tender method and has been classified as complete, with the award date recorded as 26th June 2017.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment or scientific instruments, particularly those equipped to supply high-value goods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider competing, as the tender's criteria suggest suitability for their participation. Companies with experience in providing technical support or warranties, similar to the three-year warranty offered in this contract, will be well-positioned to engage with future tenders of this nature.

## Notice

Leica TCS SP8 Inverted Confocal Microscope, Piezo Z-Drive, Motorized Stage and 3 extra year warranty as per tender UWE/019/2017FC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b517d1c-ec14-4a75-b0b8-0ce09ef7a56f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 26 Jun 2017 - 28 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £261,108 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £261,108 |
| 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 THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEICA MICROSYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2017 at 14:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b517d1c-ec14-4a75-b0b8-0ce09ef7a56f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b517d1c-ec14-4a75-b0b8-0ce09ef7a56f
  12th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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