---
title: "CEFAS26-16 Contract for provision of fluorescence microscope"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0662a6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2026-03-05"
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# CEFAS26-16 Contract for provision of fluorescence microscope

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0662a6

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a sub-central government public authority, has successfully completed the procurement stage for the title "CEFAS26-16 Contract for provision of fluorescence microscope". This procurement falls under the industry category of 'goods' with specific focus on fluorescent and polarising microscopes and takes place in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. The process was carried out using a direct procurement method, specifically below threshold and without competition. The contract period started on 27th February 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2026, valued at approximately £28,803.96, with the gross amount being £34,564.75.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in microscopy technologies. GT Vision Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Wickhambrook, United Kingdom, was awarded the contract, highlighting potential growth opportunities for SMEs within this niche market. Businesses with expertise in providing specialised laboratory equipment and peripherals, specifically fluorescence microscopes, may find significant opportunities to align with public sector needs, particularly within environmental and scientific research sectors.

## Notice

Provision of fluorescence microscope and associated peripherals for Cefas laboratory

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019748-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £28,803 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GT VISION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38515000 - Fluorescent and polarising microscopes

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 09:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019748-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019748-2026
  5th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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