---
title: "Purchase of a LSM 990 Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000808153"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2025-08-25"
---

# Purchase of a LSM 990 Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000808153

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has concluded the procurement process for the purchase of a LSM 990 Microscope, employing an open procedure for this acquisition. This contract falls under the "goods" category within the education sector and specifically involves microscopy and imaging equipment. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 19th August 2025 for £363,921.97. The procurement method was overseen using the open procedure and the goods will be delivered to the University's address at Chambers Street, Edinburgh, UKM75.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced scientific equipment supply, particularly those with capabilities in high-tech imaging devices. Large-scale suppliers, like Carl Zeiss Ltd, who was awarded the contract, will have an opportunity to expand their reach in the field of educational institutions, particularly those requiring cutting-edge research tools. Businesses in this domain can aim to engage in future tenders by the University of Edinburgh through similar open procurement methods. This process underscores the importance of leveraging advanced technological solutions within the educational sector, paving the way for companies that provide specialised goods and services.

## Notice

Purchase of a LSM 990 Microscope

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537661 |
| 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 | 25 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £363,921 |

## 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 | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537661

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537661
  Purchase of a LSM 990 Microscope - Purchase of a LSM 990 Microscope

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808153

## Provenance

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