Award

Nanoindenter for a Scanning Electron Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Apr 2018 at 15:09

Tender

09 Jan 2018 at 12:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by the University of Sheffield for the purchase of a Nanoindenter for a Scanning Electron Microscope. This equipment falls under the goods category within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment classification. The tender was published on 9th January 2018, and the tender period closed on 25th January 2018. The contract has a total value of £105,000 and will be executed over a two-day period from 29th March to 30th March 2018, with delivery expected in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in advanced laboratory equipment and precision instruments to compete for a significant contract. Businesses that can provide innovative mechanical testing devices compatible with scanning electron microscopes, especially those with capabilities in Nanoindentation and Scratch testing, are well-suited to submit proposals. Engaging with this contract could enhance their market presence and foster growth within the scientific research sector.

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Notice Title

Nanoindenter for a Scanning Electron Microscope

Notice Description

The equipment we are looking for should enable the mechanical testing of materials within a scanning electron microscope (SEM) via insertion of a vacuum compatible mechanical testing holder/stage. The mechanical testing device should have mechanisms for enabling both Nanoindentation and Scratch testing methodologies, under specified loading conditions, together with in-situ measurement of applied load and position. The mechanical testing device should be transferable between the air and microscope column, be compatible with the high vacuum of the SEM, and fit within specified microscope geometries. Additional information: The tender documents can be obtained via the In-tend site following the link above. Furthermore, all correspondences relating to this opportunity & any tender returns must also be made through this site

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b1a4a5e-427a-4db6-85da-b0e65250c79f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0fe6d47-bd6e-45b7-bf05-dfadd6ba133b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
David Middle
Contact Email
d.middle@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CN TECHNICAL SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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