--- title: "Advanced Analytical (Scanning) Transmission Electron Microscope ((S)TEM) optimised for structural and chemical characterisation of beam sensitive materials" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2019-11-01" --- # Advanced Analytical (Scanning) Transmission Electron Microscope ((S)TEM) optimised for structural and chemical characterisation of beam sensitive materials Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63835241-be73-4394-b1f4-4f3588a29d89.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is conducting an open tender for the acquisition of an advanced analytical (scanning) transmission electron microscope ((S)TEM) optimised for the structural and chemical characterisation of beam-sensitive materials. This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, has a submission deadline of 19 November 2019. The successful supplier will be expected to deliver the microscope by 2 December 2019, with the contract lasting until 31 March 2020. This project falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the microscopy industry within the North West region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing or providing scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in advanced microscopy technologies. Companies skilled in developing high-precision instruments that can handle sensitive materials, including organic and pharmaceutical substances, are particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, suppliers offering cutting-edge solutions in detector technology and cryogenic cooling systems could find this project aligns with their expertise, allowing them to expand their market presence in the UK's academic and research sectors. ## Notice The University of Manchester is looking to acquire an advanced analytical (scanning) transmission electron microscope ((S)TEM) optimised for structural and chemical characterisation of beam sensitive materials. Currently TEM is used extensively in the study of inorganic materials which often exhibit good thermal and electrical conductivity or highly stable bonding and structure, making them able to withstand the high energy density experienced in focussed electron beams and several hundred kilovolt acceleration. The development of new generation high sensitivity and high speed direct or hybrid detectors means that the energy dose can be reduced to the point where other types of materials, notably organic, hybrid organic-inorganic and pharmaceutical materials can be analysed in TEM. With this capability we intend to extend the significant understanding and experience of microstructure-property relationships into the regime of these beam-sensitive materials. To achieve this, the system must be able to perform scanning precession electron diffraction (SPED), which will be used for the microstructure analysis of materials. This needs to be operated through a direct electron detector or hybrid detector system (minimum 512x512 pixels) in order to achieve detection even at the low doses required for beam-sensitive materials. The ability to perform strain analysis is also required. The TEM is also required to perform high-speed energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) experiments. There must be the ability to acquire and save both EDS and SPED measurements simultaneously. This combination of measurement methods will make the instrument unique in the world with regards to structure and composition analysis of a huge range of materials types. Furthermore to improve the stability of many materials in the electron beam a cryogenic cooling holder capable of lowering samples to liquid nitrogen temperatures (~100K) is required and this will complement the wide range of other TEM sample holders available in the University of Manchester for in-situ experimentation. 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 Delivery Notes The University of Manchester is looking to acquire an advanced analytical (scanning) transmission electron microscope ((S)TEM) optimised for structural and chemical characterisation of beam sensitive materials. Currently TEM is used extensively in the study of inorganic materials which often exhibit good thermal and electrical conductivity or highly stable bonding and structure, making them able to withstand the high energy density experienced in focussed electron beams and several hundred kilovolt acceleration. The development of new generation high sensitivity and high speed direct or hybrid detectors means that the energy dose can be reduced to the point where other types of materials, notably organic, hybrid organic-inorganic and pharmaceutical materials can be analysed in TEM. With this capability we intend to extend the significant understanding and experience of microstructure-property relationships into the regime of these beam-sensitive materials. To achieve this, the system must be able to perform scanning precession electron diffraction (SPED), which will be used for the microstructure analysis of materials. This needs to be operated through a direct electron detector or hybrid detector system (minimum 512x512 pixels) in order to achieve detection even at the low doses required for beam-sensitive materials. The ability to perform strain analysis is also required. The TEM is also required to perform high-speed energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) experiments. There must be the ability to acquire and save both EDS and SPED measurements simultaneously. This combination of measurement methods will make the instrument unique in the world with regards to structure and composition analysis of a huge range of materials types. Furthermore to improve the stability of many materials in the electron beam a cryogenic cooling holder capable of lowering samples to liquid nitrogen temperatures (~100K) is required and this will complement the wide range of other TEM sample holders available in the University of Manchester for in-situ experimentation. Funding Description The University of Manchester is looking to acquire an advanced analytical (scanning) transmission electron microscope ((S)TEM) optimised for structural and chemical characterisation of beam sensitive materials. Currently TEM is used extensively in the study of inorganic materials which often exhibit good thermal and electrical conductivity or highly stable bonding and structure, making them able to withstand the high energy density experienced in focussed electron beams and several hundred kilovolt acceleration. The development of new generation high sensitivity and high speed direct or hybrid detectors means that the energy dose can be reduced to the point where other types of materials, notably organic, hybrid organic-inorganic and pharmaceutical materials can be analysed in TEM. With this capability we intend to extend the significant understanding and experience of microstructure-property relationships into the regime of these beam-sensitive materials. To achieve this, the system must be able to perform scanning precession electron diffraction (SPED), which will be used for the microstructure analysis of materials. This needs to be operated through a direct electron detector or hybrid detector system (minimum 512x512 pixels) in order to achieve detection even at the low doses required for beam-sensitive materials. The ability to perform strain analysis is also required. The TEM is also required to perform high-speed energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) experiments. There must be the ability to acquire and save both EDS and SPED measurements simultaneously. This combination of measurement methods will make the instrument unique in the world with regards to structure and composition analysis of a huge range of materials types. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd531f10-4c59-4731-80a2-98969d94f0e7 | | 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 | 1 Nov 2019 | | Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Dec 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 | | 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 | LANCASHIRE | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38510000 - Microscopes - 38511000 - Electron microscopes - 38511200 - Transmission electron microscope ## Release History - 1 Nov 2019 at 15:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd531f10-4c59-4731-80a2-98969d94f0e7 - 1 Nov 2019 at 15:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd531f10-4c59-4731-80a2-98969d94f0e7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd531f10-4c59-4731-80a2-98969d94f0e7 1st November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - 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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