--- title: "2650/YW Cryo- Ultramicrotome" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2020-11-12" --- # 2650/YW Cryo- Ultramicrotome Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27356cac-6979-4ece-ae44-647aaea71744.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently seeking tenders for the acquisition of a Cryo-Ultramicrotome, a critical piece of equipment for the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. This procurement process is in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 26th November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). The procurement method is classified as an open procedure (below threshold), allowing wider participation. The delivery address for the contract is located in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom, and the contract period is expected to commence on 4th January 2021, lasting until 3rd January 2022. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses that specialise in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those involved in manufacturing or supplying testing and measuring apparatus. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they could successfully compete to fulfil the University’s requirements for this essential equipment. Firms capable of providing high-quality, technical solutions in the field of laboratory supplies may find this a particularly advantageous opportunity for growth. ## Notice The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering for a Cryo-Ultramicrotome. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. 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: 26th November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: All expressions of interest must be via the University of Sheffield e-tendering portal: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield This is a non EU open tender exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://www.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://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 26th November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). Delivery Notes The University of Sheffield Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b6a10d2-4155-40ea-8586-3568c9c729a8 | | 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 | 12 Nov 2020 | | Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2021 - 3 Jan 2022 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring ## Release History - 12 Nov 2020 at 16:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b6a10d2-4155-40ea-8586-3568c9c729a8 - 12 Nov 2020 at 16:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b6a10d2-4155-40ea-8586-3568c9c729a8 - 12 Nov 2020 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b6a10d2-4155-40ea-8586-3568c9c729a8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b6a10d2-4155-40ea-8586-3568c9c729a8 12th November 2020 - 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 - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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