Tender

Supply of a Spark Generator for Production of Nano Particles

HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive is seeking tenders for the supply of a Spark Generator for the production of nano particles. This procurement, classified under detection and analysis apparatus in the scientific sector, is located in Buxton, England. The tender period has a closing date of 17 March 2016, with an estimated contract start date of 1 April 2016 and a duration of one month. The budget for this project ranges from £10,000 to £20,000, and the procurement method has not been specified.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and related services, particularly for those able to offer innovative solutions for nanoparticle generation. Companies with expertise in calibration, installation, and training for scientific apparatus will find this contract suited to their capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the project seeks to fulfil specific requirements for the production, warranty, and maintenance of the equipment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of a Spark Generator for Production of Nano Particles

Notice Description

The Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL) is Britain's leading industrial health and safety facility. HSL supports HSE's mission to protect people's health and safety by ensuring risks in the changing workplace are properly controlled. BACKGROUND TO THE PROJECT For the calibration/validation of air sampling methods, sampler devices, sensors and the production of laboratory proficiency test samples, HSL requires the ability to produce stable standard particle atmospheres. OBJECTIVES Production of stable standard particle atmospheres with outputs of constant size and concentration. SPECIFICATION REQUIRED The requirements are for:- * Capability to produce carbonaceous nanoparticles in the range 20 nm - 200 nm based upon a spark discharge process with the ability to produce other metallic nanoparticles. * Mass flow of up to 10 mg/hour * Ability to produce nanoparticle output for at least 5 hours stable * Volume dilution output from generator (vendor to describe available options) ideally through use of mass flow controllers for precise dilution control Installation, Commissioning and Training. Tender to include itemised delivery, installation, and commissioning costs for the HSL Buxton site and provision of on-site training of 3-4 staff in the use of the new system. Warranty. Customary warranty or extended warranty to be offered. HSL would like to a achieve 24 month warranty period as standard for the instrument. Other Services: We would also like to look at preventative maintenance and calibration services Additional information: Contract start date is estimated subject to approval and award. HSL has applied broad estimates in the lowest and highest value fields in the 'Summary Information' section.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47269503-dbbc-4f9f-b94b-b99a179b8ac6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2016 - 30 Apr 2016 30 days
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
HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BUXTON
Postcode
SK17 9JN
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
High Peak
Electoral Ward
Burbage
Westminster Constituency
High Peak

Further Information

Notice URLs

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