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title: "032/2021 - Benchtop Vacuum Metal Deposition System Expression of Interest (EOI)"
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# 032/2021 - Benchtop Vacuum Metal Deposition System Expression of Interest (EOI)

Buyer: HE PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-564b3b1b-a195-4293-bd70-c647c6e84628

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## Summary

The University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is currently seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a benchtop vacuum metal deposition system, essential for forensic development of finger-marks on various substrates. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically clinical forensics equipment, and is open as per the open procedure below the threshold. The deadline for submissions is set for 1200hrs on Wednesday, 6th October 2021, with the contract period expected to commence on 1st November 2021 and conclude on 24th January 2022. The EOI responses should be submitted to the contact provided via the HE Portal in Bristol, South West, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of forensic supplies and laboratory equipment, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in clinical forensics equipment manufacturing or supply will find this tender particularly relevant, allowing them to expand their market presence by fulfilling the procurement needs of UWE Bristol and potentially establishing a long-term collaborative relationship with the institution.

## Notice

UWE Bristol requires a benchtop vacuum metal deposition system for the development of finger-marks on various substrates for forensic purposes. The deadline for responses to this EOI is 1200hrs, Wednesday 6th October 2021. Additional information: Please register on the In-Tend HE Portal using the link below. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d152c7c1-8892-455f-8fc2-9e7be07fbecc |
| 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 | 21 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 24 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 | HE PORTAL |
| Locality | AVON |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2021 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d152c7c1-8892-455f-8fc2-9e7be07fbecc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d152c7c1-8892-455f-8fc2-9e7be07fbecc
  21st September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uwe.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/aspx/Home

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