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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-069779

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is inviting tenders for the procurement of a Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope for its Centre for Microbiology and Planetary Health. This open procedure is part of the planning stage for the procurement of laboratory and precision equipment, classified under the CPV code 38000000, meant to serve a diverse academic and research audience. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 2nd June 2026, a tender submission deadline of 9th June 2026, and a planned award on 20th July 2026. The estimated contract value is £200,000 to £240,000, and the procurement is set to take place in Exeter, UK.

This tender offers significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in scientific equipment and laboratory solutions, particularly those familiar with confocal microscopy. Businesses that can provide robust systems with multi-channel fluorescence, and user-friendly features are well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process asserts suitability for SME engagement. The focus on accessibility and high-frequency usability suggests that suppliers with proven competency in similar large-scale research tools will likely find this tender appealing.

## 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/043824-2026 |
| 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 11:19 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043824-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043824-2026
  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

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