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title: "In Vivo Optical Imaging System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0605d4"
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# In Vivo Optical Imaging System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0605d4

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## Summary

The University of Warwick is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for an 'In Vivo Optical Imaging System'. This procurement falls under the industry category of measuring and evaluation instruments and is aimed at acquiring equipment for high-sensitivity detection in small laboratory animals. The University, based in Coventry, is facilitating this open procurement method with an anticipated contract value of £250,000. The tender is part of an open procedure, and interested parties must submit their applications electronically by 11th February 2026. The evaluation and awarding of the contract are expected to conclude by 30th March 2026, with the contract duration starting from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and scientific equipment, specifically those producing advanced imaging systems. Companies with expertise in bioluminescent and fluorescent imaging technologies, particularly those adept at meeting precise scientific requirements, would be well-suited to bid for this contract. By participating, businesses can expand their market presence within the public sector and potentially establish a long-term relationship with a reputable academic institution. The open procurement and electronic submission policies further enable competitive participation while ensuring a broad range of suppliers can engage with the process.

## Notice

The University of Warwick has a requirement to purchase an in vivo imaging system capable of high sensitivity detection of bioluminescent and fluorescent light signals from small laboratory animal subjects under anaesthesia. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) or the Procurement Act 2023 and associated Procurement Regulations 2024 (and as may be amended from time to time) and its procurement activities are not subject to the requirements set out therein or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Should the University advertise contracts in the Official Journal of the European Union, Find-A-Tender platform or other contract opportunity advertising site or platform, this is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003166-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | £250,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV4 8UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wainbody |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38300000 - Measuring instruments
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 15:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003166-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003166-2026
  14th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick/aspx/Home
- https://warwick.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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