Tender

GB-LIVERPOOL: Thin Films X-Ray Diffractometer

UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Liverpool is seeking bids for the procurement of a Thin Films X-Ray Diffractometer, a critical piece of diffraction apparatus, aimed at enhancing their research capabilities. This open procurement process falls within the goods category and is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The tender period is set to conclude on 14th June 2016, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st July 2016 and continue until 31st January 2017. The equipment will be delivered to Liverpool, located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £100,000 to £500,000.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in X-ray devices and diffraction apparatus to expand their market presence. Companies that are agile, innovative, and capable of providing high-quality technical solutions would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The University’s openness to SMEs suggests a welcoming approach towards new entrants in the market, making this an ideal chance for smaller firms to engage with a prestigious institution and showcase their capabilities in the scientific field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-LIVERPOOL: Thin Films X-Ray Diffractometer

Notice Description

A multi-purpose thin film X-ray diffractometer configurable by trained users to serve two principal functions: 1) High throughput (HT) screening of arrays of small samples to generate data suitable for phase identification. 2) Collecting high-resolution diffraction data of sufficient quality for the structural characterisation of single and polycrystalline thin films. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.Please note the return date for this tender is 14/06/2016 at 12 noon and the documentation is located on the following web site https://in-tendhost.co.uk/liverpooluni Select 'Tenders' from the top menu bar, select 'current', then click 'view details' button. To gain full access to this website and documentation you need to log in using your existing registration details or click the 'Register' button if you have not registered before. When registering PLEASE make sure the 'publish e-mail address' field is completed accurately as this will receive all automated correspondence. Please return your submission as detailed in the document. All dates, time periods and quantities indicated in this Notice are provisional only and the university reserves the right to change the same if circumstances so dictate. The University reserves the right not to enter in to any contract pursuant to this Notice and to withdraw from this procurement exercise at any time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bd484ec-3d6f-4971-8585-e2c2720a0c28
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

33111000 - X-ray devices

38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

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 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jun 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2016 - 31 Jan 2017 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L69 7ZX
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
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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