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Advanced Electron Microscopy Services

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Response Deadline01/13/2027, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The Advanced Electron Microscopy Services subcontract, issued by the Medical Research Council under UK Research and Innovation, provides high-resolution imaging and analysis of biological samples and materials for prime contractors on clinical research fellowships. These services are executed through the EPSRC UK National Facility for Advanced Electron Microscopy, known as SuperSTEM, to deliver critical nanoscale imaging, high-resolution microscopy images, and detailed analytical data reports. All participating parties must strictly adhere to the established SuperSTEM facility access guidelines to ensure operational compliance. The solicitation was posted on October 20, 2026, with a response deadline set for January 13, 2027. This specialized technical engagement falls under NAICS code 541715, focusing on the delivery of advanced scientific imaging capabilities to support medical research objectives.

General Info

SuperSTEM provides high-resolution electron microscopy and analysis for Medical Research Council clinical fellowships.

Agency

UK Research and Innovation → Medical Research Council (MRC)

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Not specified

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 181184.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Professional doctorate: clinical research training fellowship

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PostedOct 20

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Response DeadlineJan 13

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01/13/2027, 04:00:00 PM UTCin 3 months

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AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Medical Research Council (MRC)

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Organization / AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Medical Research Council (MRC)

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Provides high-resolution imaging and analysis of materials and biological samples for prime contractors on MRC/UKRI clinical research fellowships. Utilizes the EPSRC UK National Facility for Advanced Electron Microscopy (SuperSTEM) to perform nanoscale imaging. Requires adherence to SuperSTEM facility access guidelines. Delivers high-resolution microscopy images and analytical data reports.

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