Award

1966/JN - Scanning Electron Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Oct 2018 at 10:29

Tender

30 May 2018 at 09:07

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is seeking competitive bids for a new desktop scanning electron microscope (SEM) to enhance its research capabilities in semiconductor devices. This procurement process, classified under the goods category, is currently in the award stage following the tender, which was published on 30th May 2018. The tender period closed on 22nd June 2018, and the awarded contract amounts to £45,700. The contract period is set to commence on 1st October 2018 and will run until 30th November 2018. Bidders are required to submit proposals through the University’s e-tendering platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on providing scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in precision instruments for research institutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the tender’s inclusive nature, as it allows for competitive engagement in the high-tech sector. Suppliers capable of delivering advanced imaging solutions and support for semiconductor fabrication processes would find themselves well-positioned to contribute to this project and potentially secure further collaborations with the University.

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Notice Title

1966/JN - Scanning Electron Microscope

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield requires a new desktop scanning electron microscope (SEM) to support its research in semiconductor devices. It will be used for detailed inspection and measurement of micro and nano scale structures fabricated on InP and GaAs substrates incorporating metallic and glass thin films, at various stages during the fabrication process, often with high throughput required. The full specification and ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the in-tend e-tendering system. The closing date for receipt of tenders is Friday 22nd June 2018 at 12 noon (UK time).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c46fb45a-6ff2-4f20-8b97-ff4a217e7d27
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7358400a-1e67-47ca-b103-7f2633d9af6e
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 30 Nov 2018 1-6 months
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 SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
James Noble
Contact Email
james.noble@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

C N TECHNICAL SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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