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title: "NU/1344 - Supply of a Combined Scanning Tunnelling - Atomic Force Microscope within a glove box"
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# NU/1344 - Supply of a Combined Scanning Tunnelling - Atomic Force Microscope within a glove box

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-75bc92ef-70d2-4bf7-97f2-e37686c28885

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## Summary

Newcastle University has completed a procurement process for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a Combined Scanning Tunnelling - Atomic Force Microscope within a glove box. This contract, valued at £200,738, falls under the goods category, specifically relating to microscopes. The procurement was initiated through a call-off from Lot 3 of the L3054 NW High Value Imaging / Analysis Systems & Microscopy Instrumentation framework. The contract commenced on 22nd March 2018 and concluded on 31st May 2018, following an award that took place on 21st March 2018.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in microscopy and analytical instruments. Companies that offer after-sales support, maintenance, and training services will be well-positioned to compete, as the contract also emphasises the importance of training for safe and reliable operation of the equipment. With the growing demand for advanced imaging systems in academic and research settings, suppliers in this industry segment may find advantageous growth opportunities.

## Notice

Newcastle University is seeking the supply, installation and commissioning of a Combined Scanning Tunnelling - Atomic Force Microscope within a glove box. The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and installation of equipment (as detailed in the ITT document) to the University. The contract includes after sales support and a minimum of 12 months maintenance and servicing and all training necessary for safe and reliable operation of the system. This tender is a call-offer from Lot 3 of the L3054 NW High Value Imaging / Analysis Systems & Microscopy Instrumentation, Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment Framework (HVLE).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8603ae62-f826-4980-9e9d-034bc0f3ef3e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2018 - 31 May 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,738 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,738 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER NANO SURFACES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2018 at 09:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8603ae62-f826-4980-9e9d-034bc0f3ef3e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8603ae62-f826-4980-9e9d-034bc0f3ef3e
  12th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ncl.ac.uk

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