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Purchase of a Particle Sizer for Durham University Department of Chemistry

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Jan 2019 at 11:41

Tender

31 Oct 2018 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

Durham University Department of Chemistry is seeking to procure a Particle Sizer through an open tender process, identified as RFT18-025. This instrument, essential for characterising particles in liquid dispersions, is classified under measuring instruments (CPV code: 38300000). The tender was published on 31st October 2018, with a submission deadline of 23rd November 2018. The contract is set to commence on 7th December 2018 and will last for one year; thus, potential suppliers should act swiftly to engage in this opportunity in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of scientific instruments, particularly those that offer measuring and testing apparatus. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can comply with Durham University's specifications for high-quality instruments are encouraged to participate. Given that the procurement method is open and below threshold, it allows for a fair competition environment, enabling various businesses to showcase their capabilities and potentially grow by supplying essential equipment to the academic sector.

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Notice Title

Purchase of a Particle Sizer for Durham University Department of Chemistry

Notice Description

Durham University Department of Chemistry has a requirement to purchase a Particle Sizer. A light-scattering instrument for characterizing particles in liquid dispersions, which measures - particle size, zeta potential, electrophoretic mobility, molecular mass and transmittance. Please find attached a detailed specification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-75c65d2e-c489-42cc-be89-f323e9710574
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70c9cd17-6b2b-48e1-806f-da6adb06fb45
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38300000 - Measuring instruments

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,786 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
10 Jan 2019 - 9 Jan 2020 6-12 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
DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3LE
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANTON PAAR

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