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title: "369 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)"
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# 369 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2719edd-990a-474e-a06d-93eba310230a

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## Summary

Aston University is currently conducting a procurement process for the acquisition of a 369 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM), valued at £325,000. This open tender, classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, is set within the goods category. The tender is active and is located in Birmingham, England, with submissions due by 16 April 2018. The contract period is planned to start on 17 June 2018 and conclude on 1 November 2023.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instruments, particularly those that qualify as SMEs or VCSEs. Companies that can provide innovative microscopy solutions and related services will be well-suited to compete. The open procurement process allows various suppliers to participate, fostering competition and potentially leading to business growth for successful bidders within the scientific and educational sectors.

## Notice

Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7918dc-bbd7-45ae-a123-abb125088d51 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2018 - 1 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £325,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2018 at 07:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7918dc-bbd7-45ae-a123-abb125088d51

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7918dc-bbd7-45ae-a123-abb125088d51
  15th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a6036b18-9527-e811-80eb-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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