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Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

University of Ulster

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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06 Sep 2021 at 22:45

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Tender

13 Apr 2021 at 22:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Ulster has completed the procurement process for an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), classified under measuring instruments in the goods category. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, with an award value of £226,983. The contract was signed on 9th August 2021, following a tender process that commenced with bid submissions due by 7th May 2021. The delivery is expected to take place within the UK, specifically at the University’s premises located in Coleraine, Northern Ireland. The purchasing cycle incorporated a minimum standstill period to allow for any challenges to the award decision.

This tender presents excellent growth opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and suppliers with expertise in high-quality measuring instruments, particularly in the field of microscopy and related technologies. With the procurement designed for quality and price evaluation, suppliers that are capable of delivering innovative solutions and who possess strong service performance records will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses familiar with navigating open competitive processes and adhering to public procurement regulations will find this an advantageous opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

Notice Description

Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement is for an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM).

Options: The contract is for one year initially with the option to extend for any periods up to and including 36 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a5d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022097-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38300000 - Measuring instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£226,983 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Ulster
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLERAINE
Postcode
BT52 1SA
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Causeway Coast and Glens
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
East Londonderry

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Oxford Instruments Asylum Research

Further Information

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