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title: "Lightsheet microscope for the imaging of large, cleared biological samples"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0299ce"
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# Lightsheet microscope for the imaging of large, cleared biological samples

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0299ce

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## Summary

Cardiff University, located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, has concluded a public procurement process for a Lightsheet microscope intended for the imaging of large, cleared biological samples. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to microscopy, with an active award status for a contract valued at £248,983. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract was signed on 12th February 2021. The relevant delivery address is within the UKL22 region, and the procurement was initiated under the legal framework specified by CELEX directive 32014L0024.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in advanced imaging equipment and related technologies. Companies engaged in the fields of microscopy, laboratory apparatus, or biological imaging would be well-positioned to compete. The involvement of a prominent institution like Cardiff University indicates a demand for high-quality products, making it essential for interested bidders to showcase their capabilities in fulfilling specific scientific requirements while adhering to rigorous standards.

## Notice

The university require a Lightsheet microscope for the imaging of large, cleared biological samples.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The university require a Lightsheet microscope for the imaging of large, cleared biological samples. The instrument will be housed in the DRI laboratory at the Hadyn Ellis Building and will be operated by DRI staff. It will be used for Imaging large (>=5mm diameter) samples cleared using a variety of aqueous and organic solvents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004701-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £248,983 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 0DE |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Adamsdown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff East |
| Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MILTENYI BIOTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use
- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus
- 38432000 - Analysis apparatus
- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2021 at 12:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004701-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:576553-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0258

## Provenance

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