--- title: "AFM-based near field nanoscopy for two-dimensional chemistry" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2020-05-27" --- # AFM-based near field nanoscopy for two-dimensional chemistry Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-245c81ac-db69-489a-87ef-09de2d3cd869.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is conducting an open tender for the procurement of an AFM-based near field nanoscopy system, essential for advancing research in two-dimensional chemistry. The contract, classified under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment, is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 9 June 2020. The anticipated contract period will commence on 3 July 2020 and last until 31 March 2021. This procurement aims to secure a state-of-the-art platform capable of simultaneous testing of multiple material parameters, tailored for operations within an inert environment. This tender provides significant business opportunities for SMEs specialising in laboratory equipment and advanced scientific instruments, particularly those with expertise in nanoscopy, optical systems, and material analysis. Companies involved in the development of integrated instrumentation that aligns with the specific requirements outlined in the tender could greatly benefit by participating. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can enhance their market profile and explore long-term collaboration with a leading academic institution. ## Notice Proposed in the project paradigm of 2D chemistry encompasses such a multitude of parameters, that it requires novel characterisation methods, which would allow simultaneous testing of several interdependent parameters. AFM-based nanoscopy, integrated into the reaction chamber with van der Waals micromanipulation platform will provide such beyond-state-of-the-art environment where electrical, elastic, mechanical, optical and chemical properties of novel materials and their heterostructures will be tested simultaneously, exhibiting the complex interdependence of those parameters, leading to novel scientific effects and industrial applications. The AFM/SNOM system will enable detecting chemical changes with the nanoscale resolution, which is decisive for in-depth understanding of mechanisms and control routes of two-dimensional chemical reactions. In addition, the integration of AFM, Raman and infrared techniques has the potential for the development of new experimental techniques on correlation aspects of Raman and infrared nanoscopy. The proposed platform must include AFM-based SNOM microscope equipped with FTIR and Raman modules. Critically, the proposed platform must be fully compatible with argon-filled glovebox to enable operation in an inert environment. 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) : European Research Council Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28948a48-ed9c-4ce9-994e-42e92e186462 | | 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 | 27 May 2020 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Jul 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | | 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 | 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 | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics - 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus - 38433000 - Spectrometers - 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus - 38510000 - Microscopes - 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes - 38514200 - Scanning probe microscopes ## Release History - 27 May 2020 at 09:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28948a48-ed9c-4ce9-994e-42e92e186462 - 27 May 2020 at 09:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28948a48-ed9c-4ce9-994e-42e92e186462 - 28 Apr 2020 at 10:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28948a48-ed9c-4ce9-994e-42e92e186462 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28948a48-ed9c-4ce9-994e-42e92e186462 27th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - 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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