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Upgrade of Zeiss 980 confocal microscope

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Swansea University has awarded a contract to CARL ZEISS LTD for the upgrade of an existing Zeiss 980 confocal microscope. This project is designed to enhance the capabilities of the current equipment while ensuring continued compatibility with the university's existing microscopy infrastructure. The contract was awarded via a below-threshold procedure without competition under solicitation number 2026/S 000-095394. The total value of the award is 49,931.27 GBP excluding VAT. The contract term spans one year, beginning on October 8, 2026, and concluding on October 7, 2027. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334516 and is managed by point of contact Kath Dunseath.

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Swansea University awarded Carl Zeiss Ltd 49,931.27 GBP to upgrade a confocal microscope.

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Swansea University

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NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

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PostedOct 8

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AwardedOct 13

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AgencySwansea University

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Organization / AgencySwansea University

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Kath Dunseath

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This is for an upgrade to an existing Zeiss microscope already owned by the University. The upgrade will enhance the capabilities of the existing equipment and maintain compatibility with the University’s current microscopy infrastructure.

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