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title: "Purchase of a Modular QCM-D System"
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buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY"
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# Purchase of a Modular QCM-D System

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96b869d8-fbf6-44cf-a285-ada39e327ef9

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## Summary

Lancaster University is currently conducting a tender for the purchase of a Modular QCM-D System, specifically a PC-controlled quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring. This opportunity is categorised under laboratory and precision equipment and is located in Lancaster, United Kingdom. The tender period closes on 6th March 2019, and suppliers must ensure that equipment is delivered to campus by 31st July 2019. The contract is valued at £60,000, with a minimum bid of £50,000, and includes the possibility of future contract extensions subject to grant funding.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and precision technology. Companies capable of delivering sophisticated scientific instruments and associated analysis software would be particularly well-suited to compete. Given the open procurement method, all qualified bidders are encouraged to participate, which could help diversify suppliers for Lancaster University and potentially bolster suppliers’ market presence in the industry.

## Notice

The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this further competition for the supply, and delivery of a PC controlled quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring (QCM-D) and associated analysis software. The equipment and invoice will need to be on Campus by 31st July 2019. Supplier must be able to meet this deadline. There will be the possibility of a contract extension to accommodate further compatible and complimentary purchases in the future, subject to grant funding. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b79cda2-e492-471b-9c16-2a92dcf20822 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2019 - 21 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| 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

- 15 Feb 2019 at 12:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b79cda2-e492-471b-9c16-2a92dcf20822
- 15 Feb 2019 at 12:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b79cda2-e492-471b-9c16-2a92dcf20822
- 15 Feb 2019 at 10:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b79cda2-e492-471b-9c16-2a92dcf20822

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b79cda2-e492-471b-9c16-2a92dcf20822
  15th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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