Tender

Supply and Installation of an Advanced X-Ray Tomography Unit

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Tender

20 Dec 2016 at 09:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is conducting a tender for the supply and installation of an Advanced X-Ray Tomography Unit, classified under laboratory and precision equipment. This procurement is part of an open procedure and is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 23 January 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 20 February 2017 and conclude by 31 May 2017. The delivery addresses include areas within the United Kingdom and other territories, primarily focusing on the needs of the scientific and medical research sectors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment and advanced imaging devices. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in high-precision machinery, data analysis software, and after-sales service will be well-suited to compete. The requirement for a comprehensive training package further indicates a preference for suppliers who can offer robust support and service solutions to enhance customer satisfaction and product functionality.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Installation of an Advanced X-Ray Tomography Unit

Notice Description

X-Ray Tomography Device o The X-Ray source has to have an acceleration voltage of 190 kV and a beam current of 1mA o The device must have a spatial resolution of 600nm and a minimum pixel size of 100nm o The device must be supplied with different stages to test samples at different temperature ranges and under different tension/compression conditions. o The device must function fully over a temperature range from -20 C to 80 C o The devices must be able to precisely control the heating with an accuracy higher than 0.5oC and the devices with a wider temperature range will be of advantage o Supplied system must have varying temperature range applications OR be able to retrofit varying temperature capable stages of different manufacture into measuring chamber. o Device must come equipped with a variety of different sample holder types for various sample geometries (cylinders, cubic and irregular geometries) o There must be a 3 year warranty included o The device must be able to work for a variety of materials including but not limited to powders, solids, , composites and polymers over the temperature ranges o The device must have automatic control, data logging and software with powerful data analysis functions o A training package must be provided for a group of users o Supplied device must come will all required standards to calibrate o The device must come with a powerful computer needed for the measurement, control and data processing As detailed above, these devices must be able to control heating rates with good accuracy, record data at high resolutions, and analyse the data with a powerful built-in software package. Tenders must include all software packages available to both measure and post process data including full training and support. Support and service help A reliable service package is required to ensure the full upkeep and efficiency of the product. This can range from service care contracts for durations after installation to warranties for equipment and what they include. This also will include all technical support and training as well as potential application requirements in the future. The suppliers will agree to provide operational support for the duration of the paid for service contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9522b6b6-af9e-42b8-9d99-5839bae80585
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

33115000 - Tomography devices

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Feb 2017 - 31 May 2017 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 BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Susanna Ting
Contact Email
s.y.ting@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01214145389

Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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