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title: "Digital Optical Imaging System"
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# Digital Optical Imaging System

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-50126d03-ad64-4b1d-bf75-b5d0a92318cf

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## Summary

The University of Warwick is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for a Digital Optical Imaging System, specifically a digital 3D microscope intended for forensic analysis of lithium-ion batteries and their components. The procurement method is open, with a tender period ending on 27 March 2017. The project is categorised under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and it will take place at the university's main campus located in Coventry, West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract's duration is set to begin on 1 May 2017 and conclude on 30 April 2018.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and optical equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced imaging systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they might provide innovative solutions tailored for such high-tech applications. Companies adept in the fields of microscopy, measurement technology, and forensic analysis would find this tender especially relevant for business growth.

## Notice

The University of Warwick, Warwick Manufacturing Group has a requirement to purchase an optical imaging and measurement system (digital 3D microscope) for forensic analysis of lithium-ion batteries and battery components. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). All queries must be sent via In-tend Correspondence and not directly to University staff. NOTE: The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Additional information: Please refer to http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick for further information and to express interest. You will be able to download the full tender documents from this site. Any queries in relation to this requirement should be directed to the University of Warwick via the correspondence functionality of the In-tend system. Failure to do so may result in queries being excluded from the procedure. The University expressly reserves the rights: i) Not to award any contract as a result of this procurement process commenced by publication of this notice. ii) To make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. iii) To award (a) contract(s) in respect of any part(s) of the [services] covered by this notice; and iv) To award contract(s) in stages. Under no circumstances will the University be liable for any costs incurred by candidates. The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aca852b-ce96-42cf-9f1b-f404e338ec77 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Apr 2018 |
| 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 WARWICK |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV4 7AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wainbody |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2017 at 15:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aca852b-ce96-42cf-9f1b-f404e338ec77

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aca852b-ce96-42cf-9f1b-f404e338ec77
  27th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick

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