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Ion Beam Facility

THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Ion Beam Facility" was conducted by The University of Sheffield, categorised under the scientific industry, specifically focusing on the supply of microscopes. The procurement method was an open procedure, concluding the tender period on 9th June 2015. The awarded contract, which is now complete, encompasses the supply of a Dual Beam Focused Ion Beam - Scanning Electron Microscope (FIB SEM) system, along with additional components and warranty services, with the contract effective from 25th September 2015 to 31st March 2016. The project locations are within Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers specialising in scientific equipment and technologies, particularly those with experience in microscopes and related accessories. Businesses such as manufacturers and distributors of advanced microscopy systems, cooling systems, and energy dispersive spectroscopy technologies would be well-positioned to explore this market. The potential for collaboration with established suppliers and the need for comprehensive service contracts may also attract businesses looking for growth within the scientific research sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ion Beam Facility

Notice Description

This contract is a one-off supply only and has now been awarded. Dual Beam Focused Ion Beam -Scanning Electron Microscope instrument. The instrument will be used for the investigation of a wide range of materials, including polymers, metals, ceramics, glasses, composites, semiconductors, nanomaterials, nanostructures and coatings. For the purposes of this procurement our requirements have been divided into 3 lots as follows:- Lot 1 - Focused Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscope (FIB SEM) system. Lot 2 - Cooling system for FIB SEM. Lot 3 - Energy Dispersive spectroscopy system for FIB SEM. Additional information: This contract is for a one-off supply of scientific equipment, including warranty and service contracts for 3 or more years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01e686dd-0015-4d22-be82-fc2342e632f9
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 201510 years ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 2015 - 31 Mar 2016 6-12 months
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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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
3
Supplier Names

FEI

OXFORD INSTRUMENTS NANOANALYSIS

QUORUM TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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