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Atomic Force Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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16 Sep 2024 at 08:56

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed the procurement process for an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) to enhance multidisciplinary bioscience research. The tender, direct awarded under the LAB3162 NW High Value Lab Equipment framework, was granted to Bruker UK Limited, a large-scale supplier located in Coventry. This contract, valued at £868,989, will span from 6th September 2024 to 5th September 2027. The procurement followed a selective method, specific to the high-value laboratory equipment sector. The delivery location for this equipment is Bristol, South West, United Kingdom, with the award date being 5th September 2024 and the contract officially published on 16th September 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the high-value lab equipment industry, particularly those offering advanced microscopy and spectroscopy solutions. Large-scale enterprises such as Bruker UK Limited have a competitive edge in such selective procurement processes due to their capability to deliver unique technologies. Engagements such as these allow businesses to showcase their specialised technologies, forge long-term partnerships with leading research institutions, and contribute to cutting-edge scientific advancements, thus fostering substantial business growth and innovation in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Atomic Force Microscope

Notice Description

Dr Harniman has been given a grant by the BBSRC to purchase a UK-unique Atomic For Mircroscopy (AFM) technology platform to enhance the biscience research in multi-disciplinary research programmes across life, health, physical and environmental sciences. This has been Direct Awarded to Bruker UK Limited under framework LAB3162 NW High Value Lab Equipment (HVLE). Bruker are able to deliver the unique combination of microscopy and spectroscopy capabilities described into the bid, and are named as a 'project partner' within the the grant award.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5080e3ba-a0a6-42bc-923e-bf7d733f96c0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b246fb7-4b9b-4c86-aa79-6329382f94bc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£868,989 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£868,989 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2024 - 5 Sep 2027 2-3 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

BRUKER

COMMERCIAL TRANSFER

HARROW GREEN

PICKFORDS MOVE MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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