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title: "PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES"
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# PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0483ce

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow initiated the procurement process for the provision of a confocal microscope with fluorescence lifetime imaging and super-resolution capabilities under tender ID "PURCH2371". The process falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the microscopy industry. Located in Glasgow, within the region UKM82, this tender involved an open procurement method, implying competitive bids without prior qualification. The procurement proceeded through various stages, initially marked as active and subsequently cancelled, with key dates spanning from July 2024 to an award mention in April 2025. Precise submission via Public Contracts Scotland was crucial, with a specified deadline for submissions on 26th August 2024. Although the later stage shows the award status as unsuccessful, businesses in the microscopy supply industry could greatly benefit from monitoring such opportunities.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in high-precision scientific equipment, particularly SMEs and businesses focusing on advanced microscopy technologies. Given the University of Glasgow's commitment to community benefits, suppliers with a strong emphasis on community engagement, workforce development, and efforts to enhance supply chain capacity would be well-positioned. Moreover, companies offering excellent quality, technical support, and value for money, in line with the University's award criteria, stand a chance to establish long-term strategic relations, even if this particular tender did not result in a successful award.

## Notice

PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2371 PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE WITH FLUORESCENCE LIFETIME IMAGING AND SUPER-RESOLUTION CAPABILITIES The University of Glasgow (UoG) has submitted an MRC Equip 2024 grant to fund the purchase of a confocal microscope. We are tendering in advance of receipt of the award to provide enough time to purchase the system due to tight deadlines. Please note that if the funding is not awarded, the University will not proceed with the purchase. Please refer to the PURCH2371 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services document for specification and additional information.

Renewal: Fixed term period of 1 year with the option to extend for 3 x 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017405-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2025 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017405-2025
- 26 Aug 2024 at 07:54 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027193-2024
- 23 Jul 2024 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022898-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773213
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/procurementoffice/informationforsuppliers/allsuppliers/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00108

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