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Supply of High precision non-contact optical metrology system

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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20 Feb 2026 at 17:12

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University, a public authority in the United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the supply of a high precision non-contact optical metrology system, specifically a Bruker Alicona IFM G6 optical 3D measurement system. This procurement falls under the industry category of metering instruments and the main procurement category of goods. Located in Sheffield, the awarding of this contract was finalised on 16th December 2025, with the contract active until 28th February 2026. The process utilised a limited procurement method due to the below threshold nature, indicating a limited competition approach.

This contract represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in precision measurement instruments and associated technologies. Companies that can provide high-quality equipment, software, accessories, configuration, calibration, testing, and comprehensive after-sales support would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The involvement of Bruker UK Limited, a large-scale supplier in Coventry, underscores the opportunity for established firms capable of meeting the technical and operational requirements of large public institutions like universities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of High precision non-contact optical metrology system

Notice Description

"This notice supersedes the previously published Contract Details Notice (Notice ID: 2026/S 000-015780) which contained administrative errors." The supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a Bruker Alicona IFM G6 optical 3D measurement system and associated components for use within the University's laboratory facilities. This includes all equipment, software, accessories, configuration, calibration, testing, Level 3 staff training, warranty provision, and after-sales support, as detailed in the Supplier's quotation and in accordance with the University's technical and operational requirements

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0659ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015854-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38410000 - Metering instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£106,352 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
strategicprocurement@shu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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