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FEG Electron Microprobe with enhanced low energy capabilities - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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14 Nov 2024 at 09:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has completed the procurement process for upgrading their electron microscopy facilities. This project, funded by the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to replace the old Cameca SX-100 EPMA with a new Field Emission Gun-equipped Electron Probe Micro-Analyser (FEG-EPMA). The procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The open procedure tender was awarded to JEOL UK LTD, and the new equipment will be installed at the University’s Nancy Rothwell Building in Manchester. The contract period for this project will run from 11 December 2024 to 10 December 2025, with all key dates firmly established.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and service of advanced laboratory and optical instruments. Companies specialising in precision measurement equipment and those capable of integrating advanced spectrometers will find this tender particularly relevant. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender suitable, as the procurement is open to them as indicated by the suitability criteria. The project’s demand for high-tech, state-of-the-art instrument capabilities provides fertile ground for businesses aiming to showcase their innovative solutions and technological expertise in a leading academic setting.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FEG Electron Microprobe with enhanced low energy capabilities - AWARD

Notice Description

Background information on Project The University of Manchester operates two Electron Probe Micro-Analysers (EPMAs); a Cameca SX-100 and a JEOL JXA-8530F. These instruments are used for the quantitative elemental characterisation of a wide range of Earth, planetary, environmental and materials science samples. The University of Manchester has been awarded funding by the Natural Environment Research Council to replace the >25 year old Cameca SX-100 EPMA. Project Overview This project aims to enhance the EPMA facilities at the University of Manchester by replacing the Cameca SX-100 with a new, state-of-the-art Field Emission Gun-equipped Electron Probe Micro-Analyser (FEG-EPMA). This new instrument will offer significantly higher spatial resolution and enhanced quantitative capabilities via the complete integration of both wavelength and energy dispersive spectrometers. In addition, this instrument will also offer enhanced low energy (e.g. <400 eV) and light element emission detection for elements down Z = 5 (boron), with simultaneous detection of low energy X-ray emissions allowing for chemical state investigations (e.g. 3d metals) that requires a spectral resolution of <5 eV. Subject to vendor site surveys, it is intended that this instrument will be housed in the electron microscopy facility in the Nancy Rothwell Building, University of Manchester.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85e97096-cc16-4396-b36b-944bb8123918
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2024 - 10 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JEOL

Further Information

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