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# Raman Spectrometers (x2) - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1cdc57d3-94c3-412f-9d06-51c9edbb97b4

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has recently completed the award process for a tender titled "Raman Spectrometers (x2)," classified under the spectrometers industry category. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 30 March 2017. The contract period ran from 28 April 2017 to 30 June 2017. The procurement took place in Manchester, UK, specifically linked to the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC), which aims to advance research and technology in graphene and related materials, opening in Summer 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory and precision equipment. Companies specialising in the manufacturing and supply of micro-Raman spectrometer systems, particularly those capable of providing automated, upgradeable systems with advanced mapping capabilities, would be well-suited to compete. The international standing of the University of Manchester and its focus on industry-led projects further enhances the visibility and potential collaborations arising from successful tenders in this domain.

## Notice

1. Background information on The University of Manchester The University of Manchester is Britain's largest single-site university, with a proud history of achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future. The University provides world-class research facilities and undertakes research of international standing. It offers students a wide choice of degree programmes and options, and excellent facilities and student support services. The University employs over 12,000 staff and offers over 400 different degree courses. It comprises of three faculties with 23 academic schools and hundreds of specialist research groups. The University's cultural attractions include The Manchester Museum, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. The University also operates a thriving conference and meeting operation including a hotel and conference centre. Further details on the University can be found at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ 2. Background information on Project This tender is being run on behalf of the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC) at the University of Manchester. The GEIC is a ?60 million investment which will establish a state of the art research and technology development facility for graphene and related 2D materials. Projects in the GEIC will be industry-led and will focus on innovation and applications, with the aim of accelerating research through to products in the marketplace. The GEIC will house pilot production facilities and characterisation equipment. It will initially focus on a number of the University's world-class graphene application areas: energy, composites, formulations and coatings, electronics and membranes. Given the world leading graphene research at the University, it is expected that all the equipment in the GEIC will be cited in high profile academic publications as well as underpinning industrial collaboration projects, thus giving the equipment a high degree of exposure. The GEIC will be situated on the North Campus of The University of Manchester, comprise of ~8400 m2 and has been designed by world-renowned architect Rafael Vi?oly. It is set to be open in Summer 2018. Equipment purchased before the GEIC building is opened will be temporally commissioned elsewhere in the University campus, typically in the National Graphene Institute, and then moved into the GEIC once it is completed. For further information on the GEIC please see: http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ 3. Project Overview We seek to acquire two complete micro-Raman spectrometer systems (including software and lasers) that operate at 532/633 nm and 532/488 excitation wavelengths. The system is ideally fully automated and can be upgraded to another 2 excitation lasers in the future. It should have a XYZ mapping stage with the ability to rapidly scan a sample. The system wi...

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90a4fed0-2c52-4f7a-8cda-95a6d1ff539a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 27 Apr 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RENISHAW PLC SPECTROSCOPY PRODUCTS DIVISION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 4 Jul 2017 at 07:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90a4fed0-2c52-4f7a-8cda-95a6d1ff539a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90a4fed0-2c52-4f7a-8cda-95a6d1ff539a
  4th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/
- http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/

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