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2177/JN - Scanning Probe Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Award

19 Mar 2019 at 09:34

Award Notice
Tender

26 Jan 2019 at 20:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting a tender for the acquisition of a Scanning Probe Microscope (SPM) worth £346,000, aimed at advancing research in materials science. This initiative is part of the £34 million Sheffield Royce Institute project, which encompasses cutting-edge facilities focused on Advanced Materials Processing. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period set to commence on 25th March 2019 and conclude on 26th March 2019. The tender process followed an open procurement method, in compliance with EU regulations, and the deadline for submission was 26th February 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment and advanced materials sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in high-precision technology and laboratory instruments. Companies equipped to provide state-of-the-art scientific machinery that meets the rigorous specifications outlined in the tender are well-positioned to contend for contracts with the University, which serves as a central hub for innovative research and development in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2177/JN - Scanning Probe Microscope

Notice Description

The Sheffield Royce Institute is a PS34M project based in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Sheffield is part of the national Henry Royce Institute (with the main Hub in Manchester) which aims to grow the UK world-leading research and innovation base in advanced materials science, fundamental to all industrial sectors and the national economy. The Sheffield Royce Institute focuses on Advanced Materials Processing and will be delivered through two centres - the Royce Discovery Centre (RDC) and the Royce Translational Centre (RTC). These state-of-the-art facilities will allow materials discovery, materials manufacturing and prototype production and will act as an open access centre of excellence for the UK. As part of the Henry Royce Institute for Advanced Materials, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The University of Sheffield would like to purchase a scanning probe microscope (SPM) capable of performing all major SPM imaging techniques including Contact Mode, Lateral Force Microscopy, Phase imaging, Tapping Mode, Kelvin probe force microscopy, nanoscale electrical measurements, chemical property mapping, nanomechanical properties and scanning in fluids. This procurement is an EU open procedure. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield The closing date for this tender is 26th February 2019 (12 noon UK time) Additional information: The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c21e8f70-2ce4-4e93-b5a7-0f298de38062
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/490e0cee-f414-4c82-bf9f-d038bef52ad1
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38514200 - Scanning probe microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£346,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£344,987 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2019 - 26 Mar 2019 30 days
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
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER FRANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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