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title: "MT0823 - Transmission Electron Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000559194"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2018-10-01"
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# MT0823 - Transmission Electron Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000559194

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) under the open procurement method. The contract, valued at £250,000, was awarded to JEOL (UK) Ltd, with the agreement signed on 26th September 2018. This procurement falls within the goods category and is classified under the education industry, specifically aimed at enhancing the microscopy capabilities for both the University and NHS Lothian. The TEM will be jointly utilised by NHS Lothian’s Pathology department and the University's National CJD Research and Surveillance Unit, contributing to pivotal research in the field located in Edinburgh.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in high-value laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in microscopy and associated equipment. Companies that can deliver complex scientific instruments and installation services would be well-suited to engage in similar procurement opportunities. Furthermore, as the procurement process utilised a framework for high-value acquisitions, suppliers with established capabilities in public sector contracts could find this sector highly beneficial for growth and expansion, particularly within the healthcare and educational institutions in the UK.

## Notice

The supply and installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply and installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) for use by the University and NHS Lothian. The TEM will be used jointly by NHS Lothian's Pathology department and the University's National CJD Research and Surveillance Unit. This is a procurement utilising the NWUPC framework for High Value Lab Equipment; specifically lot 2: Transmission Electron Microscopes, Associated Accessories & Equipment' (LAB3054NW)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT332715 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JEOL (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38511200 - Transmission electron microscope

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT332715

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT332715
  MT0823 - Transmission Electron Microscope - The supply and installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM)

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000559194

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