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title: "(NU/1673) Supply of a two-photon polymerization based 3D printer with sub-micron lithography capabilities"
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# (NU/1673) Supply of a two-photon polymerization based 3D printer with sub-micron lithography capabilities

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76a25b07-cc36-44c4-8dcb-5ac9742a8df3

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## Summary

Newcastle University has successfully completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of a two-photon polymerisation based 3D printer with sub-micron lithography capabilities, following an open tender (NU/1673). The tender was initiated to enhance the university's nano-lithography capabilities as part of an investment from the Lady Bertha Jeffreys Bequest. The award was made to Nanoscribe GmbH & Co. KG, with a contract value of £293,547. The contract period commenced on 6th December 2021 and will extend until 31st May 2022. The procurement process concluded with the tender submission deadline set for 18th June 2021 at 14:00 BST.

This procurement opportunity is particularly suited for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, especially those with expertise in 3D printing technologies. Suppliers capable of providing high-quality delivery and installation services, along with after-sales support, would find a favourable position in this market. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may particularly benefit from this contract, as the buying organisation is inclined to engage with suppliers that can deliver innovative solutions in the field of advanced materials and nanotechnology.

## Notice

The Physics department at Newcastle University have been honoured with an endowment from the estate of Lady Bertha Jeffreys Bequest, which also included funds from the estate of her late husband, Sir Harold Jeffreys. Bertha Swirles, Lady Jeffreys, (1903-1999) was an early pioneer in quantum and atomic physics. She made fundamental studies of electron interactions and helped develop the 'self-consistent field method' used widely today. The University has decided that the best way to invest the endowment and support the Jeffrey's legacy is to enhance our nano-lithography capability with 3D nano-scale printing capability. The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and help in installation of the equipment as detailed in the ITT to the University, with after-sales support and 12 months warranty and maintenance. The contract reference was NU/1673. The deadline for submitting a tender was Friday 18th June 2021 at 14:00 hours BST

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b6c18ed-c3a2-4d40-b27a-a943024c44ba |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 6 Dec 2021 - 31 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £293,547 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £293,547 |
| 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), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2021 at 12:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b6c18ed-c3a2-4d40-b27a-a943024c44ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b6c18ed-c3a2-4d40-b27a-a943024c44ba
  15th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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