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title: "2701/500/MY/NAMRC/20 Digital Microscope"
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# 2701/500/MY/NAMRC/20 Digital Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d0a8896-9fa9-4376-a0c1-82d9553189b2

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is conducting a procurement process for a Digital Microscope under the title "2701/500/MY/NAMRC/20". This tender falls within the industry category of microscopes and is taking place at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, located in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the current stage is the tendering phase, which will close on 2nd November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). The estimated contract value is £75,000, with the successful contract period set to commence on 9th November 2020 and concluding on 31st March 2021.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) operating within the optical instruments sector. Businesses involved in the supply and installation of scientific equipment, particularly those with experience in metallurgical applications, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement could facilitate business growth by expanding service offerings and establishing a partnership with a prominent academic institution.

## Notice

2701/500/MY/NAMRC/20 Digital Microscope The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Digital Microscope on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Nuclear Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement This tender is for the supply, installation and commissioning of a Digital Microscope to be used primarily for metallographic inspection of machined, weld and additively manufactured samples in a research and development environment. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 2nd November 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3f327c1-9cba-445d-93f7-830a8b642465 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 5TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Rother Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes
- 38634000 - Optical microscopes

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2020 at 10:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3f327c1-9cba-445d-93f7-830a8b642465

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3f327c1-9cba-445d-93f7-830a8b642465
  19th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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