Tender

Non-contact Dimensional Metrology Equipment

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Tender

18 Nov 2019 at 16:19

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is being conducted by Lancaster University for the supply, delivery, and installation of non-contact dimensional metrology equipment. This equipment is crucial for enhancing research quality across various disciplines within the Engineering Department, with a project budget set at £91,666 excluding VAT. The tender is classified under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment and falls under an open procurement method, allowing for competitive bidding. The tender period is open until 9th December 2019, with the contract expected to begin on 20th December 2019 and run until 19th December 2020, with the delivery address located in Lancaster, North West England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those that can offer advanced 3D imaging and metrology solutions. Companies that manufacture or supply high-resolution measurement tools, particularly those focused on materials science and engineering applications, would be well-suited to compete. The open nature of the procurement process also encourages small and medium-sized enterprises to participate, potentially facilitating growth and innovation within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Non-contact Dimensional Metrology Equipment

Notice Description

Lancaster University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this competition for the supply, delivery and installation of non-contact dimensional metrology equipment capable of providing high resolution 3D surface imaging and accurate metrology of a diverse range of material samples and feature sizes. Identified as part of the Engineering Department Growth Plan, this equipment will address a multi-user need for quantitative 3D measurement of several centimetre sample areas to sub-micron resolution and will complement the 2D imaging capabilities of existing equipment within the department. With an ambition for improved research quality across a wide range of disciplines, prospective applications include but are not limited to; advanced manufacturing processes, micro-machined metal components, corrosion and wear monitoring, porous membrane materials, thin film deposits, geological sample morphology and general use within the materials, engineering, biological, physical and environmental sciences. This purchase must fit within a project budget of PS91,666 excl. VAT 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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d249d5b1-9c2c-430f-872f-5e8a9161ebc4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d204622-dd51-4ee0-8544-5f082806ec77
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£92,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Dec 2019 - 19 Dec 2020 1-2 years
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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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