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GB-Bath: 3D Microscope

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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15 Apr 2019 at 13:57

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath has completed the procurement process for a 3D optical microscope, valued at £71,992, under an open procedure. This tender aimed to procure goods classification "Microscopes" to aid in identifying and studying microscopic surface defects. The contract period is set from 3rd April 2019 to 2nd April 2020, and the project is based in Bath, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender submission deadline was 29th March 2019.

This opportunity could benefit businesses specialising in optical equipment and microscopy technology, particularly those with a focus on advanced materials analysis. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly relevant, as the contracting authority has indicated that the contract may be suitable for such operators. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in providing high-quality microscopes tailored for detailed surface examination will be well-positioned to compete effectively.

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Notice Title

GB-Bath: 3D Microscope

Notice Description

The University of Bath require a 3D optical microscope to provide detailed information about the surfaces of materials, to identify and study microscopic surface defects such as micro-cracks and wear. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d70b7eb5-a1ba-40bf-8672-2986a123e6a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d6dcf5e-598c-40b7-b8ac-8211dc1fe4f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£71,992 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£71,992 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2019 - 2 Apr 2020 1-2 years
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 BATH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KEYENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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