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title: "1691 - Nanobeam nb5 service contract"
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# 1691 - Nanobeam nb5 service contract

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a06040c-fa05-423d-b486-b6b964921991

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking tenders for a service maintenance contract for the Nanobeam nb5 Electron Beam Lithography (EBL) instrument, with a total contract value of £410,000. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and is located in Nottingham, United Kingdom. The tender process is currently in the active bidding stage, with submissions required by 23 June 2022. The procurement is conducted through an open method, specifically designed for opportunities exceeding certain financial thresholds.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instrument maintenance, particularly those with expertise in electron beam lithography or related technologies. Companies that can ensure high performance and reliability in servicing optical and precision instruments will find this contract aligns well with their offerings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the nature of the procurement process, which is accessible and aimed at fostering competition among capable providers in the industry.

## Notice

Service Maintenance Contract for Nanobeam nb5 Electron Beam Lithography (EBL) instrument. The electron beam lithography (EBL) instrument requires both high performance and high reliability: o Patterning novel resists including self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on glass or semiconductor substrates by direct writing onto the SAM with an electron beam. o Writing photonic crystals and optical waveguides on III-V semiconductor heterostructures such as GaAs/AlGaAs. o Writing leads onto 2D materials such as graphene and InSe. o Nano-electronic devices in GaAs/AlGaAs heterostructures. o Spintronic devices consisting of thin metal layers deposited by sputtering onto semiconductor devices. o Nanomechanical devices made from silicon nitride on silicon. These applications are scientifically challenging, and as such a comprehensive and robust service maintenance contract is required to ensure maximum instrument uptime. Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITYS E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tendering. To EXPRESS INTEREST Please first register on the eTendering system then Login and go to Tenders. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Find the project scroll down to View Details and then scroll down to the Express Interest button at the foot on the right hand side. 1691-ITT-JRB Nanobeam nb5 Electron Beam Lithography Tool Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site (including if you get locked out), contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/855010aa-8f9b-447c-8183-829b65747d90 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Jul 2022 - 14 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £410,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Radford |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 23 May 2022 at 15:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/855010aa-8f9b-447c-8183-829b65747d90

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/855010aa-8f9b-447c-8183-829b65747d90
  23rd May 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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