Tender

A large Langmuir-Blodgett trough with a Brewster angle microscope, light source and camera

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Lancaster University seeking bids for a Large Langmuir-Blodgett trough with a Brewster angle microscope, light source, and camera. This initiative falls within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry (CPV code: 38000000). The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period concludes on 19th January 2016. The contract is expected to commence on 26th January 2016 and last for one year, until 26th January 2017. Key delivery will be to Lancaster, North West, United Kingdom, with a budget ranging from £30,000 to £37,000, and delivery is required as soon as possible with a final deadline set for 11th March 2016.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in optical and laboratory equipment. Companies involved in manufacturing or supplying precision scientific instruments would be particularly well-suited to compete. The contract aims to support Lancaster University's aim to enhance its research capabilities, likely benefiting businesses with innovative solutions that can meet the university’s high standards and specifications for advanced research tools.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A large Langmuir-Blodgett trough with a Brewster angle microscope, light source and camera

Notice Description

Lancaster University wishes to purchase a Large Langmuir-Blodgett trough with a Brewster angle microscope, light source and camera. This document has been prepared to set-out the University's requirements and enable potential Suppliers to submit accurate proposals. Building on its reputation and existing facilities for internationally excellent research in advanced nuclear fuel recycle technologies, Security Lancaster, part of Lancaster University, has recently been awarded funds from GCHQ for small items of equipment, to support its world-class security research. As part of this, we would like to extend our capabilities to deposit monolayer materials using the Langmuir-Blodgett technique. It is anticipated that the effective operational life of the machine will be 5 years. Delivery is required as soon as possible, final deadline is 11th March 2016. This purchase supports the University's objective to maintain its place as a world class research establishment. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2551ff7a-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37941286-e5fa-4b85-9c04-d093b7805502
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2016 - 26 Jan 2017 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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