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title: "X3 Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes"
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# X3 Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes

Buyer: SOUTH OF ENGLAND PROCUREMENT CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f8969bdf-3f11-404c-b3c1-53c9fcb043a9

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## Summary

The South of England Procurement Centre has completed a procurement process for three Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes, specifically designed with a TTR Trinocular Head, Right-Sided Discussion Arm, and DP23 Camera. This contract, valued at £88,200, falls under the industry category 'Microscopes' according to CPV classification 38510000, and is a call-off from a framework agreement, highlighting the procurement method as selective. The procurement stage has progressed to the award phase, with the contract period commencing on 31st July 2025 and concluding on 31st August 2025. The delivery will be made to the South East of the United Kingdom, further marking the involvement of a UK branch of Evident Europe GmbH as the supplier.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in optical instruments. While not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, larger scale suppliers with capabilities in producing high-precision microscopes and associated components should find this contract appealing. Leveraging such procurement opportunities can significantly enhance growth prospects by establishing long-term relationships with public sector buyers such as the South of England Procurement Centre, facilitating entry into a market demanding sophisticated technological solutions.

## Notice

Three Olympus BX53 Upright Microscopes with TTR Trinocular Head, Right-Sided Discussion Arm and DP23 Camera.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46c56c26-b404-47cf-94cb-1d87fa9653f1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £88,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £88,200 |
| 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 | SOUTH OF ENGLAND PROCUREMENT CENTRE |
| Locality | COSHAM, PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO30 2FY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Eastleigh |
| Electoral ward | Hedge End North |
| Westminster constituency | Hamble Valley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EVIDENT EUROPE GMBH - UK BRANCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2025 at 10:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46c56c26-b404-47cf-94cb-1d87fa9653f1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46c56c26-b404-47cf-94cb-1d87fa9653f1
  6th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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