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title: "(NU/1680) Purchase of Visualiser"
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# (NU/1680) Purchase of Visualiser

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89f673db-a9ad-489e-8624-181b196c3bb1

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Newcastle University, seeking to acquire a 2D and 3D visualiser system, as detailed in the tender titled "(NU/1680) Purchase of Visualiser". This opportunity falls under the categories of electrical machinery and laboratory equipment and is located in the North East of England. The tender is currently active and has a closing date of 21st May 2021, with a contract period commencing on 26th May 2021 and running until 30th June 2021. The total value of the project is £32,000 and the procurement method noted is not applicable.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in supplying optical and precision measurement equipment, particularly those that can deliver high-resolution systems with advanced software capabilities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract, especially those with expertise in optical systems and measurement technologies, enhancing their potential for growth in the public procurement space.

## Notice

System required: 2D and 3D measurement and vision inspection system System components: Optical system, variable lighting, probe system, automated stage, system desk, software and updates, probe rack and spare probes Measurement range: 300x300x200 mm Resolution: 5um Measurement method: Optical 2D and pseudo 3D using focus plus touch probe for true 3D Software requirements: Image grab, live measurement, export to and overlay of DXF files for measured comparison, auto video edge detection of common DXF lines and shapes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f78b102-8b6d-40b0-9d39-7572d4c120a6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 May 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 18 May 2021 at 14:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f78b102-8b6d-40b0-9d39-7572d4c120a6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f78b102-8b6d-40b0-9d39-7572d4c120a6
  18th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c64f2b18-22b7-eb11-810c-005056b64545
  Advert

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