Tenders Are Invited For Microscopes – Reutlingen University - Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope (Lsm)

Microscopes – Reutlingen University - Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope (Lsm). 1. Object Of Procurement A Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope For The High-Resolution Microscopic Examination Of Biological Samples And Biomaterial-Based Systems Is To Be Procured. 2. Area Of ​​Application The System Is Used For Research In The Areas Of Cell Biology, Biomaterials, 3D Cell Cultures And Structured Samples. It Is Intended To Enable High-Resolution Imaging Of Samples, The Acquisition Of Fluorescence Signals And The Analysis Of Three-Dimensional Structures. 3. Functional Requirements The System Must Be Particularly Suitable For: - Confocal Fluorescence Microscopy - Optical Slice Recordings And Z-Stacks - High-Resolution Image Recording Of Biological And Biomaterial-Related Samples - Multi-Channel Recordings - Quantitative Image Evaluation - Documentation And Export Of The Image Data 4. Basic Technical Requirements A System With The Following Basic Properties/Components Is Required: - Inverted Microscope - Confocal Scanning Unit - Suitable Laser Lines For The Above-Mentioned Fluorescence Applications - High-Resolution Detection - Possibility Of Examining Biological And Biomaterial-Related Samples - Possibility Of Live Cell Imaging - Software And Hardware For System Control, Image Acquisition And Primary Evaluation - Interfaces For Transferring The Image Data To An External Evaluation And Storage Infrastructure - Complete Suitability For Safe Operation In University And Research Laboratories 5. Scope Of Services The Scope Of Services Includes In Particular: - Delivery Free To The Point Of Use - Set-Up And Installation - Commissioning And Functional Testing - Instruction And Training Of The Operating Personnel - Complete Technical Documentation - Ready-To-Use Handover Including The For Components Required For Intended Operation 6. Special Information - Requirements For Space, Installation, Low Vibration, Safety, Laser Protection, Power Supply, Climate Or Other Infrastructure Must Be Fully Stated In The Offer. - Services To Be Provided By The Client On Site Must Be Clearly Stated.