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title: "In Situ Gas Reaction Cell System for RadIAEM"
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# In Situ Gas Reaction Cell System for RadIAEM

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9044a9f-db33-470e-899d-db119708b790

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## Summary

The University of Manchester is currently initiating a procurement process for an "In Situ Gas Reaction Cell System for RadIAEM," aimed at enhancing their Field Emission Gun Analytical Electron Microscope. This tender falls under the laboratory and precision equipment industry, with a total contract value of £560,000. The tender period concludes on 8 December 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 4 January 2022 and extend until 28 February 2022. The procurement method is classified as open and is being conducted through an accelerated procedure, inviting bids from interested parties.

This opportunity presents substantial potential for businesses involved in the supply of advanced scientific equipment and technologies, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) well-versed in laboratory solutions. Companies with expertise in the production of environmental systems that can facilitate real-time data acquisition in scientific research would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Such a contract can not only enhance product visibility but also establish long-term relationships with a prominent academic institution.

## Notice

The University wishes to appoint a Contractor to supply an in situ environmental system for a new Field Emission Gun Analytical Electron Microscope dedicated for b, g-radioactive materials to be housed at the MRF at UKAEA. Such system will enable direct, real-rime data acquisition to trace the evolution of microstructure and study gas-material interactions at elevated temperatures. 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 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c586bf63-f642-4d1f-b6df-4967d83422ea |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2022 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £560,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 26 Nov 2021 at 10:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c586bf63-f642-4d1f-b6df-4967d83422ea
- 24 Nov 2021 at 13:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c586bf63-f642-4d1f-b6df-4967d83422ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c586bf63-f642-4d1f-b6df-4967d83422ea
  26th November 2021 - 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

## Provenance

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