Label-Free Live Cell Imaging System_COMPARE

We invite tenders for a state of the art Label-free live cell imaging system for the School of Life Sciences, University of Nottingham. Research Grade imager (for label-free and fluorescence detection).

An imaging system to be supplied capable of label-free/ phase contrast and fluorescence imaging with a range of objectives from 2.5x to 20x with 40x desirable. LED light source for the capture of fluorescence around DAPI/FITC/Texas red wavelengths. Suitable stage adapters should be supplied to accommodate 35mm diameter dishes, 8-well and 96-well plates. The system should be have capability for full environmental control to enable long term live cell imaging at multiple positions.

Service and training. The system to be covered by full service contract for a period of minimum 5 years (preferably 10 years) from installation. Full training to be supplied on all aspects of the system. Price to include delivery, installation and commissioning of the system in Nottingham.

Software. We also require licences for 3 off-line workstations with analysis software

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSE: 14 October 2016

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Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITY`S E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tenderingEXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSE: 04 December 2014

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