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G-FIB Upgrade - EBSD System

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority

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07 Mar 2022 at 12:39

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30 Nov 2021 at 11:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking tenders for the "G-FIB Upgrade - EBSD System", aimed at enhancing its existing Gallium Focused Ion Beam (Ga-FIB) equipment. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as "Ion microscopes" (CPV code 38512100). The tender process, which is currently in the award stage following completion, concluded with a signed contract valued at £104,536 on 25 February 2022. The substantial contract includes requirements for the design, manufacture, and installation of an Electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD) detector, with deliveries expected at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the design and manufacturing of advanced microscopy tools and equipment. Firms engaged in the production of electron microscopes and related technologies would find this procurement particularly relevant. The open procedure invites competitive bids, making it an excellent avenue for suppliers aiming to expand their presence in the scientific and industrial markets, especially within the realm of nuclear research and advanced imaging solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

G-FIB Upgrade - EBSD System

Notice Description

The design, manufacture and installation of an EBSD upgrade to existing Gallium Focused Ion Beam (Ga-FIB). The UKAEA wishes to procure an Electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD) detector and associated hardware and software for use on a Thermo Fisher Helios 600i (SN: 9921923) Gallium focussed ion beam instrument.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The UKAEA wishes to procure an Electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD) detector and associated hardware and software for use on a Thermo Fisher Helios 600i (SN: 9921923) Gallium focussed ion beam instrument.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02fb53
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006161-2022
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

38512100 - Ion microscopes

38940000 - Nuclear evaluation instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£104,536 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20224 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
United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Oxford Instruments Nanoanalysis

Further Information

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