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Ultra-High Resolution Scanning thermal probe nanolithography with hybrid micro-nanolithography & 3D lithography capabilities.

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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05 Oct 2021 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently conducting an open procurement process for an ultra-high resolution scanning thermal probe nanolithography system, involving advanced hybrid micro-nanolithography and 3D lithography capabilities. This tender falls within the goods category, specifically under the classification of scanning probe microscopes, and is based in Manchester, UK. The procurement is scheduled to close on 21 October 2021, with a contract duration from 29 October 2021 to 31 May 2022. An accelerated open procedure has been initiated due to urgency related to research outcomes and funding compliance.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in advanced microscopy and lithography technologies, particularly those that can deliver high-resolution nanoscale fabrication solutions. Businesses experienced in providing cutting-edge materials and equipment that enhance performance in fields such as computing, data storage, and photonics are well-suited to compete. With the procurement method being open, there is potential for a range of firms to submit proposals and engage with the academic sector to advance technological innovations.

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Notice Title

Ultra-High Resolution Scanning thermal probe nanolithography with hybrid micro-nanolithography & 3D lithography capabilities.

Notice Description

Ultra-High Resolution Scanning thermal probe nanolithography with hybrid micro-nanolithography & 3D lithography capabilities. The AFM/thermal lithography system will enable patterning physical and chemical features with the nanoscale resolution, which is decisive for molecular devices and 2D-material devices. In addition, the integration of AFM, laser writing and thermal imaging has the potential for the development of new experimental techniques on correlation aspects of scanning based nanoscopy. The proposed platform must include AFM-based thermal lithography system equipped with grey scale patterning. Critically, the proposed platform must be fully compatible with argon/nitrogen-filled glovebox to enable operation in an inert environment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ultra-High Resolution Scanning thermal probe nanolithography with hybrid micro-nanolithography & 3D lithography capabilities. With the increasing demands on devices comprising nanoscale features with high resolution (e.g., in high performance computing, high density data storage, devices operating in THz range, sub-wavelength waveguides, photonic crystals and plasmonic structures, to name a few) and reducing power consumption by scaling electronic devices to sub-10 nm, new materials and new lithographic techniques are pivotal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e83b
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024782-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38514200 - Scanning probe microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Oct 2021 - 31 May 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Jan Disley
Contact Email
janet.disley@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1612753912

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

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