--- title: "Annealing Furnaces (x2)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2017-11-15" --- # Annealing Furnaces (x2) Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57383fa5-20af-40d1-a6bf-c5574cff39cc.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is seeking bids for a tender titled "Annealing Furnaces (x2)" as part of its initiative through the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC). This project, classified under the industrial machinery sector, is based in Manchester, UK. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 15 November 2017. The contract is set to commence on 4 December 2017 and will run until 15 December 2017. This procurement follows an open procedure above the threshold, inviting a wide array of suppliers to participate. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in industrial or laboratory equipment manufacturing. Companies with expertise in producing high-temperature furnaces and supporting equipment for materials science applications, specifically in the graphene or 2D materials sectors, will find this tender particularly relevant. The project's focus on innovation and research within the prestigious setting of The University of Manchester could lead to valuable collaborations and enhanced market visibility for successful bidders. ## Notice 1. Background information on The University of Manchester 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/ 2. Background information on Project This tender is being run on behalf of the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC) at The University of Manchester. The GEIC is a ?60 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 circ. 8400 m2 and has been designed by world-renowned architect Rafael Vi?oly. 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/ 3. Project Overview The annealing furnaces would be used to heat graphene or other 2D material based samples up to 1200 C and 1600. This equipment would be used to remove/ add functional groups from/ to graphene or other 2d materials, reduce graphene oxide and remove contamination from the samples. The supplier will provide full training and support to the researcher or... 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/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 | | 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 | 15 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Dec 2017 - 30 Jun 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 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) - 42000000 - Industrial machinery - 42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens ## Release History - 15 Nov 2017 at 15:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 - 15 Nov 2017 at 15:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 - 12 Oct 2017 at 10:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 - 12 Oct 2017 at 10:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 - 12 Oct 2017 at 10:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 - 12 Oct 2017 at 10:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 - 12 Oct 2017 at 10:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb58b181-f809-4d11-b0bf-06c9c508f240 15th November 2017 - 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/ - 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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