Tender

The purchase of an X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) System for Lancaster University

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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27 Mar 2018 at 09:40

TenderAmendment

27 Mar 2018 at 09:40

Tender

19 Mar 2018 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is conducting an open tender for the procurement of an X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) System, with a total contract value of £650,000 and a minimum value of £450,000. The tender is aimed at supporting the newly established Materials Science Institute within the university, targeting the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The tender period concludes on 20 April 2018, while the contract period is set to commence on 15 June 2018, lasting until 14 June 2020. Interested parties are required to register on the Lancaster University e-tendering system to participate.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment manufacturing and supply sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory technology. Companies with expertise in optics or precision instruments would be well-suited to compete, as the project focuses on advanced analytical equipment critical for research and development in materials science. The open procedure allows for a transparent bidding process, enabling diverse enterprises to submit proposals and potentially secure a contract with a reputable educational institution.

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Notice Title

The purchase of an X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) System for Lancaster University

Notice Description

We wish to purchase an X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy system, to fulfil the needs of the newly created Materials Science Institute at Lancaster University, an interdisciplinary institute to tackle grand challenges in society and industry. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ccc2de3f-9ea8-4cd0-9c7d-8836dca0fe28
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b7d108e-f2d2-4627-a91e-8f1beb7a98ba
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2018 - 14 Jun 2020 2-3 years
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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Angela Wearden
Contact Email
a.wearden@lancaster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01524 594087

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YR
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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