Tender

GB-Didcot: UKRI-1561 Scanning Electron Microscope

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns the purchase of a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) as part of an open tender procedure. The tender, titled "GB-Didcot: UKRI-1561 Scanning Electron Microscope," has an estimated value of £500,000, with a minimum budget of £100,000, exclusive of VAT. The tender period will close on 30 August 2021, and the contract is expected to commence on 15 September 2021, lasting until 15 March 2022. This acquisition is classified under the goods industry category and is targeted at suppliers who can deliver to various locations including the UK and European territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly for suppliers specialising in scientific equipment, research instruments, or advanced manufacturing technologies. Companies capable of providing innovative solutions related to scanning electron microscopy and its functionalities, such as those focusing on high-resolution imaging equipment, would be well positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses that identify as voluntary, community, or social enterprises (VCSEs) may find themselves especially suited due to the contract's inclusive suitability scope.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Didcot: UKRI-1561 Scanning Electron Microscope

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 18 August 2021 for the following reason: The Specification has been updated. Therefore, UKRI has taken the decision to extend the deadline for this tender to allow bidders time to prepare their responses.(STFC BID ITAC need a large chamber variable pressure Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) with an electron source to achieve nanometre resolution probe with an imaging system to image a large range of samples mainly materials conductive and non-conductive. The maximum value of the opportunity is PS166,000 exclusive of VAT. Any bid received above this maximum budget will be deemed non-compliant and will not be considered.)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-852dd5cd-b28a-4183-8fa9-2514a57141ff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8282cd8-573a-45b1-8b38-b8830ff9d51f
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
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2021 - 15 Mar 2022 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
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
Tess Gawthorn
Contact Email
procurement@stfc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01235446100

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

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