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Thin Film Analyser (TFA) - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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15 Jan 2021 at 09:23

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10 Dec 2020 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a Thin Film Analyser (TFA) has reached the award stage under an open procedure initiated by The University of Manchester. This scientific equipment, valued at £50,000, is intended for the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub located in Manchester (M13 9PL). The tender period concluded on 30th November 2020, and the contract spans from 14th December 2020 to 31st March 2021. The classification of this tender falls under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, which indicates its relevance to scientific and technological industries seeking advanced analytical tools.

This tender presents an opportunity for growth primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the manufacturing sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment and materials analysis. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions or enhancements to scientific instrumentation are well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. With the focus on sustainable innovations supported by European funding, companies that align with environmental sustainability and advanced materials science can particularly benefit from engaging in such contracts.

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Notice Title

Thin Film Analyser (TFA) - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase a Thin Film Analyser for the characterisation of materials, e.g. polymers. This scientific equipment will be housed within the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the University of Manchester. The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61aff8bb-aa3a-415b-a9c7-70bb470c9097
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dae663f-b0cc-477e-9b58-5d8073c5e60e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

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
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,125 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

OMNISCAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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