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3D Stylus Profiler

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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20 Jun 2025 at 08:13

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton, located in England, recently completed a procurement process for a 3D Stylus Profiler, a device crucial for surface roughness and form metrology in optical surfaces, as part of their research into ultraprecision machining techniques. The procurement, valued at £80,000, falls under the "Checking and testing apparatus" category and was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically through a direct award call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract, active as of 16th June 2025, will see the profiler delivered to the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 20th June 2025 to 9th September 2026.

This tender presents various growth opportunities for suppliers in the advanced measurement and testing industry, particularly those specialising in the provision of machinery and apparatus for precise engineering applications. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are indicated as suitable for such opportunities, allowing them to leverage their expertise in customised solutions for academic research facilities. Companies like Bruker UK Ltd, a large supplier that secured the contract, illustrate the potential for businesses of various sizes to engage in and benefit from these government contracts, enhancing their market presence within the UK public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

3D Stylus Profiler

Notice Description

The new tool will allow us to perform surface roughness and form metrology of the optical surfaces we create during our research into ultraprecision machining techniques. This tool will fill a gap in our metrology suite, which currently consists primarily of non-contact measurement devices. Framework LAB3162 NW , Lot 4 was used via a Direct Award Call-off method.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b103338b-befc-4bf7-8e8d-fb80e80a8869
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afad5ada-0c8b-4ed8-b9f3-f2d3416d39c3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jun 2025 - 9 Sep 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@soton.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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