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National Museums Liverpool Scanning Electron Microscope for Examination of Diatoms

NATIONAL MUSEUMS LIVERPOOL

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07 Jan 2021 at 09:24

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Tender

11 Nov 2020 at 14:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Museums Liverpool is seeking tenders for the procurement of a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) aimed at examining natural history specimens, particularly diatoms. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically in the medical equipment and laboratory instruments industry. The open tender, which is part of an ongoing procurement process, had its submission deadline on 1 December 2020. The expected delivery and installation of the SEM are required by 5 March 2021, with the contract period commencing on 14 December 2020.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in electronic imaging technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is open, allowing a variety of suppliers to compete. Such opportunities can aid in business expansion and diversification for companies well-versed in manufacturing or supplying sophisticated scientific instruments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

National Museums Liverpool Scanning Electron Microscope for Examination of Diatoms

Notice Description

Bidders are asked to submit a formal tender for the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) for the Examination of natural history specimens, specifically Diatoms. NML is looking to procure an electron microscope that allows flexible examination and digital image capture of a wide range of museum collections, including diatoms. The SEM should provide a range of magnification from 5x to 300,000x. It should provide both low and high vacuum capability to ensure both coated and uncoated material can be examined. Have a secondary electron detector and backscatter electron detector. It will have a stage which is motorised in 5 axes, a Chamberscope, a navigation system, automatic gun alignment and accelerating voltage 0.5-30 kv. The SEM will include a digital system which includes a PC with Monitor and is equipped with on-screen measurement software. Imaging software will be included with both 2-D and 3-D image capture. The software should be user friendly. Delivery and installation is to be completed no later than Friday 5 March 2021

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8bb3facc-311a-4a69-9289-623b41aa760a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cadd0f85-d7f1-4056-8979-2eb24cd8cbc1
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£77,142 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
18 Dec 2020 - 10 Mar 2021 1-6 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
NATIONAL MUSEUMS LIVERPOOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L2 2JH
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JEOL

Further Information

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