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Multi-purpose Automated High Throughput X-ray Diffractometer and Sample Changer for Grazing Incidence and Bulk Sample Measurements

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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13 Mar 2020 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently seeking suppliers for a Multi-purpose Automated High Throughput X-ray Diffractometer and Sample Changer intended for their Department of Materials X-ray characterization laboratory. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as diffraction apparatus. The call for tenders is being conducted via an open procurement method, and is scheduled to close on 29 April 2020. The delivery address for this project is located in Manchester, North West, with a contract start date set for 17 May 2020, concluding on 31 December 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in precision laboratory equipment, particularly those with expertise in diffraction and testing apparatus. Suppliers that can provide advanced x-ray systems capable of accommodating complex measurement requirements, such as variable temperature capabilities and high-throughput sampling, will be well-positioned to compete. As the University of Manchester looks to enhance its research facilities, companies in the scientific instrumentation sector should consider this procurement as a chance to establish or expand their business relationships within academia.

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Notice Title

Multi-purpose Automated High Throughput X-ray Diffractometer and Sample Changer for Grazing Incidence and Bulk Sample Measurements

Notice Description

We require an x-ray diffraction instrument for the Department of Materials X-ray characterization laboratory. We intend to use this diffractometer to characterise polycrystalline and powder samples from a range of research fields. It will be replacing existing specialist equipment optimised to measure in grazing incidence modes to bias the signal from the sample to the top surface layers. The region of interest in the surface layer may have only a few microns of depth or several hundred microns depending on the research field, GO films vs. thermal barrier coatings. We will use the diffractometer in reflection geometry with the 1D or equivalent detector, in order to characterise the 'surface' in terms of: (1) phases present and potential amorphous fractions, (2) simple texture, (3) lattice strains and lattice constants (4) structural refinement. This instrument should allow us to combine in a single experimental batch, depending on the sample characteristics, (1) standard 1D powder diffraction with (2) grazing incidence (GIXRD) to increase the sensitivity to the surface layer (3) simple texture measurement, by rotation of Phi at set intervals during either (1) or (2) and O scans. This system must also accommodate a variable temperature measurement capability and large single sample position. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b8e2e8c1-e10c-48b0-a73c-2df9b2200ebd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7f93354-f19d-4582-bbea-bb02b581ac16
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 May 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Paul Carter
Contact Email
paul.carter-2@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0161 275 2207

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 7HS
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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