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Dynamic Mechanical Analyser (DMA) - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is seeking to procure a Dynamic Mechanical Analyser (DMA) to facilitate material characterisation, particularly polymers. The procurement is categorised under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with a total contract value of £99,500. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the key dates include the tender period which closed on 26th August 2020 and a contract period commencing on 1st October 2020, ending on 31st March 2021. The equipment will be located in the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the university, situated in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of scientific equipment and materials analysis technologies to engage with a prominent educational institution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in laboratory equipment manufacturing or distribution would be particularly well-suited to compete. The procurement is supported by the Royce equipment fund, which is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund, focusing on sustainable innovations in the Greater Manchester area, thus aligning with businesses committed to sustainability and technological advancement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dynamic Mechanical Analyser (DMA) - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase a Dynamic Mechanical 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)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-64d75962-eb61-490b-bfdb-1ce918336315
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dca8b10-0fad-481a-b3d0-3166b054253c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£99,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,785 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 6-12 months
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Mark Worrall
Contact Email
mark.worrall@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0161 275 2248

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

TA INSTRUMENTS - A DIVISION OF WATERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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