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title: "LU00563 - For Supply of a Xenon Plasma Focused Ion Beam Microscope and Associated Analytical Accessories"
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# LU00563 - For Supply of a Xenon Plasma Focused Ion Beam Microscope and Associated Analytical Accessories

Buyer: LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-66d52230-1592-41b5-b663-1c4506707ff4

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## Summary

Loughborough University is currently seeking to procure a Xenon Plasma Focused Ion Beam Microscope and associated analytical accessories as part of an initiative funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). This procurement is categorised under goods, specifically falling within the microscopy industry. The tender is in the active procurement stage and requires submissions by the deadline of Friday, 29th September 2017, at 12 noon, with the delivery location in Loughborough, East Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract is expected to commence on 4th December 2017 and run until 30th March 2018.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the scientific equipment and microscopy sectors to expand their offerings by supplying high-precision equipment to a leading UK university. Companies specialising in advanced technological goods, specifically those capable of providing cutting-edge microscopy solutions, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with Loughborough University could also pave the way for future collaboration and projects in the academia-corporate sector.

## Notice

Following an award of funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Loughborough University wishes to purchase a xenon plasma, focused ion beam (P-FIB) combined with a high resolution scanning electron microscope and high sensitivity analytical detectors. Additional information: The Tender response is required to be submitted via Loughborough University's e-tendering website, In-tend. The tender documents can be found by following the below link. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/loughborouni/ The deadline for uploading your response is Friday 29th September 2017 at 12 noon, your response must be uploaded electronically on In-Tend, we cannot in any circumstances accept emailed or hard copy responses. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EPSRC Funding Description Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f7fb2c2-dac0-4d4a-b418-66083e7473f9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2017 - 30 Mar 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 | LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LEICESTERSHIRE |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE11 3TU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Charnwood |
| Electoral ward | Loughborough Ashby |
| Westminster constituency | Loughborough |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 30 Aug 2017 at 13:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f7fb2c2-dac0-4d4a-b418-66083e7473f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f7fb2c2-dac0-4d4a-b418-66083e7473f9
  30th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/loughborouni/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/loughborouni/

## Provenance

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