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3D Optical Measuring System

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Award

19 Feb 2025 at 12:05

Tender

06 Dec 2024 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is in the process of procuring a 3D optical measuring system, intended for advanced surface analysis, profilometry, and 3D reconstruction across various research fields. This tender falls under the "Instruments for checking physical characteristics" industry category, classified under CPV code 38400000, and targets goods. The procurement process is at the tender stage with proposals due by 13 January 2025. The system will be delivered to Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (region UKK12). The procurement method is an open procedure with an estimated value of GBP 190,000 for the contract period of 360 days starting from 13 January 2025.

This tender opportunity can significantly drive business growth for firms capable of supplying high-resolution 3D optical measuring systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focusing on high-precision instruments can particularly benefit by providing innovative solutions that meet the University’s advanced technological and environmental efficiency requirements. The contract includes not only the supply of the equipment but also comprehensive training and reliable post-installation support, making it an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in precision measurement technology and software development to showcase their competencies and secure a substantial contract.

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Notice Title

3D Optical Measuring System

Notice Description

The University of Bath seeks to procure a 3D optical measuring system with micron and submicron resolution for advanced surface analysis, profilometry, and 3D reconstruction across multiple research fields. The system must support 5-axis analysis, high-resolution measurements, and include robust software with site-wide access. Key requirements include ease of use, environmental efficiency, comprehensive training, and reliable post-installation support.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Bath seeks to procure a 3D optical measuring system with micron and submicron resolution for advanced surface analysis, profilometry, and 3D reconstruction across multiple research fields. The system must support 5-axis analysis, high-resolution measurements, and include robust software with site-wide access. Key requirements include ease of use, environmental efficiency, comprehensive training, and reliable post-installation support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c2f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005802-2025
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

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Feb 20251 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
Lewis Haynes
Contact Email
lh295@bath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1225387277

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
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPTIMAX IMAGING INSPECTION & MEASUREMENT

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