--- title: "Hollow fibre coating/characterization unit" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2018-04-06" --- # Hollow fibre coating/characterization unit Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23891067-b0ce-4de7-a49f-a435f1e47b98.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently conducting a tender for the acquisition of a hollow fibre coating and characterisation unit, a project associated with their Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC). This procurement, classified under goods and positioned within the instruments for checking physical characteristics industry, is based in Manchester, United Kingdom. The open procedure tender phase is set to close on 23rd April 2018, inviting all interested parties to submit their bids for a contract valued at £181,302, expected to commence on 27th April 2018 and conclude by 31st July 2018. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and mechanical appliances, particularly those engaged in advanced materials and coatings. Companies that manufacture or supply precision measurement instruments will find this tender particularly relevant. The project is partially funded by the European Regional Development Fund, enhancing the visibility and competitive edge for successful bidders, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver tailored solutions for cutting-edge graphene research and applications. ## Notice 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/Background information on Project The equipment is being purchased for the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre ("GEIC") at the University of Manchester. The GEIC is a PS60 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 Vinoly. 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/ The GEIC equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Promoting Research and Innovation. The University of Manchester (GEIC) seeks to acquire a hollow fibre coating/characterization unit for the uniform coating of graphene, graphene oxide and related 2D materials, as well characterization of their filtration performance. This device will be used t... Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Funding Description The GEIC equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Promoting Research and Innovation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05e9b3b3-6a86-47ad-96fd-bfb604855cb8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Apr 2018 | | Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Apr 2018 - 31 Jul 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £181,302 | | 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 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics - 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus - 42924300 - Spraying equipment - 42924700 - Mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing or spraying ## Release History - 6 Apr 2018 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05e9b3b3-6a86-47ad-96fd-bfb604855cb8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05e9b3b3-6a86-47ad-96fd-bfb604855cb8 6th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ - http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/Background - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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