Supply of a High-Pressure Freezing (HPF) cryo-fixation unit and an ultramicrotome for obtaining serial sections, (project EQC2024-008390-P), financed 50% by the Government of Aragon, 40% by the European Regional Development Fund, and 10% by the State Research Agency.

This tender concerns the procurement of advanced scientific equipment essential for structural biology research. Specifically, the contract is for the supply of a High-Pressure Freezing (HPF) cryo-fixation unit and an ultramicrotome capable of producing serial sections, a technique known as array tomography. The acquisition of these state-of-the-art instruments is driven by the need to integrate cutting-edge cryo-fixation and ultramicrotomy techniques into the research services offered. These capabilities are crucial for meeting the growing demands of researchers and ensuring the successful achievement of scientific and technical objectives within the unit. The proposed equipment incorporates the latest technologies for rapid vitrification and the generation of ordered, ultra-thin serial sections, which are indispensable for maintaining the continuity and high quality of structural biology services. The tender budget has been established based on thorough market price analysis for equipment meeting the specified technical requirements. The maximum prices considered were identified during the budgeting process for the project EQC2024-008390-P, which is co-financed by the Government of Aragon (50%), the European Regional Development Fund (40%), and the State Research Agency (10%). This investment aims to enhance the unit's capacity to provide advanced structural analysis and support critical scientific endeavors.

This is a supplies contract in the Research, information and communication technology and general supplies sectors, with a focus on R&D equipment and Data Analytics. Located in Spain, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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