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title: "Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope"
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# Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069773

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has announced a tender for the procurement of a Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope, under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. This is part of the university's Centre for Microbiology and Planetary Health, located in Exeter, UK. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure, inviting suitably qualified suppliers to participate. The tender period ends on 9th June 2026, with an enquiry period closing on 2nd June 2026. The estimated contract value amounts to £240,000 gross. Detailed specifications and submission guidelines are available in the tender documents.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instruments, particularly those capable of providing robust and innovative microscopy solutions. Companies that can offer equipment featuring multi-channel fluorescence, automated z-stack acquisition, tiling, and live-cell compatibility will find this tender particularly aligned with their expertise. SMEs are encouraged to participate, supported by the university’s procurement terms that accommodate varied business sizes. Winning this contract could enhance a company's portfolio and provide substantial exposure within the academic sector.

## Notice

The University of Exeter's Centre for Microbiology and Planetary Health has a requirement for a spinning disk confocal microscope system intended to function as a core, shared-access instrument suitable for a broad and diverse research user base. The system must offer intuitive operation, rapid uptake by non-specialist users, and high robustness for frequent use. The instrument must match or exceed the performance envelope associated with modern integrated spinning disk confocal systems, including multi-channel fluorescence, automated z-stack acquisition, tiling, and live-cell compatibility, while prioritising usability, accessibility, and reproducible data output. More detail about our technical specification can be found in the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043817-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 11:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043817-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043817-2026
  13th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=105426&TID100110560&B=
- https://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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