Tender

Reactor Suite

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender

16 Oct 2020 at 10:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently initiating a tender process for the procurement of a "Reactor Suite", which includes a batch reactor and a flow reactor. This equipment will be utilised at the University's sustainable materials innovation hub, located in Manchester, United Kingdom. The tender, classified under the CPV code for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, has a total value of £170,000 and follows an open procurement method. Businesses interested in this opportunity should submit their proposals by 18th November 2020, with the contract expected to start on 1st January 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2021.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in scientific equipment, particularly those focusing on sustainable materials and innovations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are skilled in the development and supply of laboratory equipment adhering to ISO or ASTM standards would be well-positioned to compete for this tender. The engagement of SMEs in such contracts can lead to beneficial collaborations with research organisations, thereby fostering growth and innovation within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Reactor Suite

Notice Description

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase a reactor suite, comprising a batch reactor and a flow reactor. This scientific equipment will be housed within the sustainable materials innovation hub at the University of Manchester. We seek two capabilities to support our work; a batch reactor and a flow reactor. The capabilities are to be used for the synthesis and innovations in the area of sustainable materials. It is expected that this equipment will form part of a wider materials characterisation workflow, which will be of interest to various research organisations (including SMEs and Large industry). Consequently, working to (ISO or ASTM) protocols is of interest, as well as, handling different material types and sizes. 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) Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : Various Funding Description 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) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f7dcaf-956f-4573-a481-41b4d1e37b4c
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

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

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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