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title: "Thin Film Analyser (TFA) - AWARD"
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# Thin Film Analyser (TFA) - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61aff8bb-aa3a-415b-a9c7-70bb470c9097

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## Summary

The procurement process for a Thin Film Analyser (TFA) has reached the award stage under an open procedure initiated by The University of Manchester. This scientific equipment, valued at £50,000, is intended for the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub located in Manchester (M13 9PL). The tender period concluded on 30th November 2020, and the contract spans from 14th December 2020 to 31st March 2021. The classification of this tender falls under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, which indicates its relevance to scientific and technological industries seeking advanced analytical tools.

This tender presents an opportunity for growth primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the manufacturing sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment and materials analysis. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions or enhancements to scientific instrumentation are well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. With the focus on sustainable innovations supported by European funding, companies that align with environmental sustainability and advanced materials science can particularly benefit from engaging in such contracts.

## Notice

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase a Thin Film Analyser for the characterisation of materials, e.g. polymers. This scientific equipment will be housed within the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the University of Manchester. The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dae663f-b0cc-477e-9b58-5d8073c5e60e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,125 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OMNISCAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2021 at 09:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dae663f-b0cc-477e-9b58-5d8073c5e60e
- 10 Dec 2020 at 14:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dae663f-b0cc-477e-9b58-5d8073c5e60e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dae663f-b0cc-477e-9b58-5d8073c5e60e
  15th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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