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title: "Supply and Installation of Confocal Microscope for University of Strathclyde"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000587452"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
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# Supply and Installation of Confocal Microscope for University of Strathclyde

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000587452

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde is seeking to appoint a supplier for the supply and installation of a confocal microscope. This procurement falls within the education sector and is located in Glasgow, UK. The tender process is currently at the Award stage and was officially completed on 12 December 2018. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from various suppliers. The contract value is approximately £229,894.02, and the successful bidder for this tender is Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in advanced imaging technologies and laboratory equipment. Companies with expertise in high-resolution imaging solutions, maintenance services, and training for sophisticated scientific instruments would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. The requirements outlined indicate that suppliers must provide comprehensive delivery and installation services, along with ongoing support and training for university personnel, creating avenues for long-term business relationships in the academic sector.

## Notice

The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS) is seeking to purchase a confocal microscope for use in a broad range of applications using different fluorophores. The system will be used for high resolution analysis of fixed and live cell/tissue samples, including in applications such as FRAP and FRET.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is to appoint a supplier to provide the following: A confocal microscope. The minimum requirements for the confocal microscope are detailed below: Inverted and motorised system Touchscreen control Light source (brightfield transmission and epifluorescence) Simple switching between eyepiece viewing and confocal imaging Motorised fluorescence unit with filter blocks for DAPI/FITC/Rhodamine Motorised shutter Equipped to carry out light brightfield, DIC, and fluorescence visual observations Capable of direct epifluorescence viewing Parameters visible via an LCD screen Fast switching between coarse and fine focus Motorised objective revolver Plan Apo Objectives with DIC: x10, x20 dry, x63 oil Motorised z-focus that has high accuracy and stability Ability to perform high resolution and accurate imaging of z stacks Highly accurate and motorised X/Y stage (and suitable software) to enable tile-scanning, auto-stitching and mark-and-find applications Full microscope live cell incubation chamber with temperature, CO2 and humidity control Equipped with a physical mount for a camera Microscope AV table Condenser lens assembly The minimum requirements for the confocal laser scanning unit are detailed below: Multi-dimensional imaging (combinations of x, y, z, time and wavelength) Tuneable speed high resolution confocal scanner, with frame resolution up to 8000 pixels Four fluorescence/reflected light detectors - two should be high sensitivity low noise GaAsP, with photon counting. All detectors should allow real time spectral selection over a wavelength range of 400-800nm (only three detectors are required (1 photon counting) if the system can accommodate an existing "HyD" detector) 5 Solid State Lasers: 405, 488, 514, 552 & 638nm or similar wavelengths User-friendly control software Freely tunable detection windows determined by user in range of 400-800nm Transmitted light detector Ability to perform FRAP and FRET experiments, with the required software included and integrated with the main confocal software system Equipped with an optical zoom Equipped with a z-focusing mechanism High speed scanning mode Super Resolution/Enhanced Resolution module, which should allow simultaneous and multi-colour acquisition and resolution improvement with live cells, with an adaptive approach to Image restoration and deconvolution. Resolution improvement should be to at least 130nm in XY and 350nm in Z. Ability to perform line and frame averaging User adjustable pinhole Z-stack scanning with mark-and-find time series Minimum z range of 100 m The minimum requirements for computer and software are detailed below: Intuitive and robust software for integrated microscope control and image acquisition via camera and detectors for confocal Hardware and software should have a simple user interface for novice users Suitable high performance PC Workstation with fast CUDA graphics, large monitor, keyboard and mouse Software should be reliable, flexible and robust Confocal control software for all acquisition modes, spectral scanning and dye separation, 3D, FRAP/FRET, image processing and measurement The complete software package shall be fully compatible with and fully integrated with all of the hardware systems proposed as part of the confocal laser scanning microscope system. Digital zoom The system should be open platform design with scope for easy addition of further add-ons, including STED super resolution imaging and fluorescence lifetime (FLIM) imaging, additional detectors and alternative fast live cell resonant scanner The university requires the following: Contractor is responsible for delivering and installing the system and ensuring that it is working as expected 5-year warranty to cover all parts and servicing (included in pricing schedule) 72 hour call out for engineer response Initial training should be provided following set-up of the system Full training course onsite after installation, date to be mutually agreed, for a minimum of three university personnel.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN357311 |
| 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 | 14 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Dec 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 | £229,894 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1QE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN357311

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN357311
  Supply and Installation of Confocal Microscope for University of Strathclyde - The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS) is seeking to purchase a confocal microscope for use in a broad range of applications using different fluorophores. The system will be used for high resolution analysis of fixed and live cell/tissue samples, including in applications such as FRAP and FRET.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000587452

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