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title: "Dynamic Mechanical Analyser (DMA)"
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# Dynamic Mechanical Analyser (DMA)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87feb9d5-399c-47a6-85e5-93a8681b3b6d

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## Summary

The University of Manchester is seeking to procure a Dynamic Mechanical Analyser (DMA) for use in the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub, with a total contract value of £99,500. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 26th August 2020. The contract is anticipated to commence on 1st October 2020 and run until 31st March 2021. Relevant suppliers should note that this contract falls under the laboratory, optical and precision equipment category, and the delivery will take place in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents a significant potential for businesses involved in supplying scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in laboratory instruments and polymer characterisation technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in this tender, as the University aims to foster collaboration with innovative local suppliers capable of meeting the unique demands of its Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub while supporting the European Regional Development Fund's objective of sustainable plastic innovation.

## Notice

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase a Dynamic Mechanical Analyser for the characterisation of materials, e.g. polymers. This scientific equipment will be housed within the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the University of Manchester. The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903) Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : Various Funding Description The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be04c75f-3632-4460-885c-62d7840af2ec |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,500 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| 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

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

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2020 at 13:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be04c75f-3632-4460-885c-62d7840af2ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be04c75f-3632-4460-885c-62d7840af2ec
  4th August 2020 - 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

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