--- title: "LAB1015AP Framework Agreements for the supply of microscopes and imaging equipment" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "APUC LIMITED" published: "2017-11-15" --- # LAB1015AP Framework Agreements for the supply of microscopes and imaging equipment Buyer: APUC LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by APUC Limited for the supply of microscopes and imaging equipment under the title "LAB1015AP Framework Agreements". This initiative falls within the education industry category, specifically aimed at supporting laboratories in UK Higher and Further Education Institutions, NHS Scotland, and other Scottish Public Sector Organisations. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 12th February 2018. The total contract value is estimated at £40 million GBP and is conducted through an open procedure method. The procurement will address 12 separate lots, covering various types of microscopes and related equipment, and will be delivered within the UK, primarily from Stirling, Scotland. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those supplying microscopes, imaging systems, software, and servicing solutions. Companies engaged in research and development or manufacturing within the optical technology sector would be particularly well-suited to compete. The framework agreement will not only enhance visibility within the public sector contracting space but also encourage growth through partnerships with educational and healthcare institutions seeking to improve their laboratory capabilities. With the chance for multiple contractors to be awarded across the lots, businesses can strategically position themselves to cater to various needs within the extensive network of public sector organisations involved. ## Notice The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the supply of microscopes and imaging equipment required for the efficient functioning of laboratories in UK Higher and Further Education Institutions, NHS Scotland and other Scottish Public Sector Organisations. Products are divided into twelve separate lots; compound microscopes, laser scanning microscopes and imaging systems, stereo and zoom microscopes, medical microscopes, super resolution and enhanced resolution microscopes, new technology and combined systems, software, lasers, cameras, related accessories and consumables, equipment servicing of low end equipment and equipment servicing of high end equipment. ### Lot Information Compound Microscopes Upright and inverted for use in teaching, tissue culture analysis and routine applications. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Laser scanning microscopes and imaging systems Upright or inverted using laser technology such as Conforcal, Spinning Disc, TIRF and Multi-photon. Includes associated imaging equipment such as slider scanners. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met. Stereo and zoom microscopes Upright or inverted featuring optional fluorescence and camera systems, for routine and clinical dissection, sorting and examination Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Medical microscopes Products designed for specialist medical and surgical applications, e.g. colposcopes, surgical loupes and microscopes with specific task fulfilment in neurology, ENT, dermatology, ophthalmology, dental or maxillofacial medicine. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Super resolution and enhanced resolution microscopes Determinstic super resolution and stochastic super resolution microscopy equipment such as STED, GSD, SPDMphymod. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met New technology and combined systems Areas of developing innovation or products which utilise technology that crosses lot boundaries imposed. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Software Modular digital imaging and microscope software for image acquisition, processing and analysis. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Lasers Specialist laser components for microscopes such as diode or ion lasers. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Cameras Specialist camera components for image acquisition in relation to life science applications and materials research. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Related accessories and consumables Microscopy accessories, consumables and upgrades. Includes light sources, cameras, sample preparation equipment, objectives, filter sets etc. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Equipment servicing of low end equipment Comprehensive or preventative maintenance of standard "of-the-shelf" equipment out with its initial envisaged life cycle term. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met Equipment servicing of high end equipment Comprehensive or preventative maintenance of specialised equipment which may be bespoke, experimental or high value in nature out-with its initial envisaged life cycle term. Renewal: 1 year extension if mutually acceptable terms can be met ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301351 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | APUC LIMITED | | Locality | STIRLING | | Post town | Falkirk and Stirling | | Postcode | FK8 2DZ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | | Local authority | Stirling | | Electoral ward | Stirling East | | Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 38510000 - Microscopes - 38636100 - Lasers - 38636110 - Industrial lasers - 38651000 - Cameras - 48100000 - Industry specific software package ## Release History - 15 Nov 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301351 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301351 LAB1015AP Framework Agreements for the supply of microscopes and imaging equipment - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the supply of microscopes and imaging equipment required for the efficient functioning of laboratories in UK Higher and Further Education Institutions, NHS Scotland and other Scottish Public Sector Organisations. Products are divided into twelve separate lots; compound microscopes, laser scanning microscopes and imaging systems, stereo and zoom microscopes, medical microscopes, super resolution and enhanced resolution microscopes, new technology and combined systems, software, lasers, cameras, related accessories and consumables, equipment servicing of low end equipment and equipment servicing of high end equipment. ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000517316 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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