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title: "FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - A Scanning Electron Microscope with Upgraded EDX Analysis Software and Ongoing Support"
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# FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - A Scanning Electron Microscope with Upgraded EDX Analysis Software and Ongoing Support

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58319cbb-a237-4588-8c33-654074066eda

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting a public procurement process for a scanning electron microscope, complete with upgraded EDX analysis software and ongoing support. This opportunity, identified as tender FLEET/00566, is categorised under the goods industry and is based in Portsmouth, England. The tender is at the active stage, with a publication date of 31 March 2017 and a submission deadline set for 1 May 2017. The estimated contract value stands at £300,000, procured through an open procedure. The contract period is expected to commence on 26 May 2017 and continue for five years until 25 May 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply of scientific equipment and technical support services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) which are encouraged to participate. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying scanning electron microscopes, as well as those providing complementary software and ongoing maintenance services, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement could help businesses expand their market reach and establish a partnership with a major governmental body.

## Notice

THE ITT HAS ALREADY BEEN SENT OUT THIS NOTICE IS FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - A Scanning Electron Microscope with Upgraded EDX Analysis Software and Ongoing Support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7768a8e-88b8-4dc2-9a4f-35bc441d87fa |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 May 2017 - 25 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3LU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2017 at 11:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7768a8e-88b8-4dc2-9a4f-35bc441d87fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7768a8e-88b8-4dc2-9a4f-35bc441d87fa
  31st March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/16a3ce89-5544-4506-a079-100a46c1bf7a
  Cover Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/05424ab8-b7ed-43a4-aa9c-0bce4a944ab8
  ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3770300c-9ae7-4042-9038-be36686fb454
  Terms and Conditions

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