Tender

GB-Bath: 3D Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

18 Dec 2018 at 15:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of a 3D optical microscope, aimed at providing detailed insights about material surfaces and identifying microscopic defects. The procurement process is in the active stage, with a tender period ending on 18th January 2019. The total value of this contract is estimated at £100,000, with a minimum value of £50,000. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2019 and conclude by 31st March 2019. This opportunity falls under the category of goods, specifically within the industry of microscopy, and is located in Bath, South West, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the supply of optical equipment and related technologies. Businesses with expertise in 3D microscopy, materials science, or innovative imaging solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process may allow SMEs to gain a foothold in the academic and research sectors, thereby fostering potential for growth and collaboration with the University of Bath.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Bath: 3D Microscope

Notice Description

The University of Bath require a 3D optical microscope to provide detailed information about the surfaces of materials, to identify and study microscopic surface defects such as micro-cracks and wear. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-381a556f-ba55-496b-a6c1-0dad75e90c6a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a55a59d-be94-4b3e-8cea-f76f368b508f
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 1-6 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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