--- title: "UHV LT STM AFM Scanning Probe Microscope_ITT958" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM" published: "2018-07-23" --- # UHV LT STM AFM Scanning Probe Microscope_ITT958 Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5c6a2009-f800-4cca-b55f-d06d94427596.json) ## Summary The University of Nottingham is currently soliciting tenders for the acquisition of a Fully Integrated Ultra High Vacuum, Low Temperature Scanning Tunnelling Microscope/Atomic Force Microscope, under the title "UHV LT STM AFM Scanning Probe Microscope_ITT958". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on instruments for checking physical characteristics, with the tender process classified as open, exceeding the threshold. Key dates include the tender deadline on 22 August 2018 and the intended contract period commencing on 20 September 2018, lasting until 28 June 2019. The delivery location is situated in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom. This tender presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in high-tech scientific instruments, particularly those with expertise in vacuum technology and microscopy. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions and comply with the technical specifications outlined in the tender are well-suited to compete. Participation in this tender could enhance a company's growth by establishing a partnership with a prestigious educational institution and expanding its footprint in the academic and research sectors. ## Notice Fully integrated Ultra High Vacuum, Low temperature, combined Scanning Tunnelling Microscope/Atomic Force Microscope for the investigation of molecular and atomic scale physics and chemistry on metallic, semiconducting, and insulating substrates. Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITY'S E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tenderingEXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSE: 04 December 2014 To EXPRESS INTEREST: Please first register on the eTendering system then Login and go to Tenders. Find the project scroll down to View Details and then scroll down to the Express Interest' button at the foot on the right hand side. NOTE: To make sure you receive our email notifications. to ensure our emails reach your inbox please add our email domain @in-tend.co.uk to your safe senders list and check your spam filter settings.. Once you have registered, log-in and go to Current Tenders/view printable details, then expressed interest in the project. Once you have registered, expressed interest in the project AND your EOI will be accepted and an email will automatically be sent notifying you (to the inserted publish email address at point of registration) that it has been accepted and a second email notifying you that the documents have been published to your site under 'My Tenders'. Internet Explorer (not Mozilla Firefox) should be used and pop ups must be allowed. All correspondence relating to this project should only be made through the e-Tendering web site. Click on CREATE NEW CORRESPONDENCE once you have logged on to the Web site and follow the instructions. Select send message via web option rather than 'by email' option as this is received by the host company not directly to UoN. HELP?: Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site (including if you get locked out), contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3b6845e-5740-42e2-810a-1f4fb2978c7c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jul 2018 | | Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Sep 2018 - 28 Jun 2019 | | 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 NOTTINGHAM | | Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG7 2RN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | Radford | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics ## Release History - 23 Jul 2018 at 10:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3b6845e-5740-42e2-810a-1f4fb2978c7c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3b6845e-5740-42e2-810a-1f4fb2978c7c 23rd July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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