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title: "Confocal Microscope"
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# Confocal Microscope

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f8aeb3df-de44-4ce5-8f07-06004892598d

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, has recently concluded the procurement process for a Confocal Microscope, under the classification of scanning electron microscopes (CPV code 38511100). This procurement was conducted through a mini-tender from other FRAM methods. The tender, identified by SC12065/23, had its period end on 24th October 2023, with the contract awarded to Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd starting from 25th October 2023 and running until 25th October 2024. The total contract value is £672,275.37, and it targets the procurement of goods, making it suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Key contact for this procurement is Richard Holmes, available at r.holmes@bham.ac.uk.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for SMEs involved in the manufacturing and supply of scientific instruments, particularly those specialising in electron and confocal microscopes. Winning such contracts can greatly enhance a company's portfolio and credibility within the industry. The contract not only offers a substantial financial value but also provides an excellent opportunity to collaborate with prestigious academic institutions like the University of Birmingham, potentially opening doors to further business prospects in the higher education sector.

## Notice

Confocal Microscope

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4759a990-7944-40f9-9689-154616b269f3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - MiniTender from Other FRAM |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Oct 2023 - 25 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £672,275 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £672,275 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2024 at 12:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4759a990-7944-40f9-9689-154616b269f3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4759a990-7944-40f9-9689-154616b269f3
  25th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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