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title: "1731/330/SW/NAMRC/17 Portable X-Ray Diffractometer"
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# 1731/330/SW/NAMRC/17 Portable X-Ray Diffractometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-169ebd59-8836-4bed-af76-58888e02a1c4

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is conducting a procurement process for the supply of a Portable X-Ray Diffractometer located in Catcliffe, Rotherham. This public procurement is currently in the Award stage, with the contract expected to commence on 19th September 2017 and run until 31st December 2017. The procurement method used is an open procedure, inviting tenders for a project with a financial value of £90,000. The deadline for tender submission was 21st August 2017.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying specialised scientific equipment, particularly in the field of X-ray devices. Interested enterprises, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), that can meet the technical specifications for delivering the X-ray diffraction equipment would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with the University's nuclear research initiatives could also provide further avenues for business growth in the energy sector.

## Notice

1731/330/SW/NAMRC/17 Portable X-Ray Diffractometer The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for the supply of a Portable X-Ray Diffractometer for use within the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research at Catcliffe, Rotherham. Scope of Requirement: The Nuclear AMRC and its Materials laboratory is undertaking research in support of the energy sector and identified a requirement for a compact X-Ray diffractometer for measurement of residual stress on large specimens or directly in situ at the customer. The XRD will be used to measure components and test pieces as part of Nuclear AMRC research activities. Tender Process and Documentation: This is a non-E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 21st of August 2017 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: Funding Description Catapult Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0877f66-f46b-41a3-b33e-2a60126d46fe |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2017 - 25 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,600 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 5TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Rother Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PROTO MANUFACTURING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices
- 38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment
- 38947000 - X-ray microanalysers
- 43800000 - Workshop equipment

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2017 at 11:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0877f66-f46b-41a3-b33e-2a60126d46fe
- 20 Jul 2017 at 09:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e057bc78-b81a-436f-949f-cad285a7f7e2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0877f66-f46b-41a3-b33e-2a60126d46fe
  29th September 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e057bc78-b81a-436f-949f-cad285a7f7e2
  20th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield

## Provenance

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