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title: "2177/JN - Scanning Probe Microscope"
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# 2177/JN - Scanning Probe Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c21e8f70-2ce4-4e93-b5a7-0f298de38062

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is conducting a tender for the acquisition of a Scanning Probe Microscope (SPM) worth £346,000, aimed at advancing research in materials science. This initiative is part of the £34 million Sheffield Royce Institute project, which encompasses cutting-edge facilities focused on Advanced Materials Processing. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period set to commence on 25th March 2019 and conclude on 26th March 2019. The tender process followed an open procurement method, in compliance with EU regulations, and the deadline for submission was 26th February 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment and advanced materials sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in high-precision technology and laboratory instruments. Companies equipped to provide state-of-the-art scientific machinery that meets the rigorous specifications outlined in the tender are well-positioned to contend for contracts with the University, which serves as a central hub for innovative research and development in the UK.

## Notice

The Sheffield Royce Institute is a PS34M project based in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Sheffield is part of the national Henry Royce Institute (with the main Hub in Manchester) which aims to grow the UK world-leading research and innovation base in advanced materials science, fundamental to all industrial sectors and the national economy. The Sheffield Royce Institute focuses on Advanced Materials Processing and will be delivered through two centres - the Royce Discovery Centre (RDC) and the Royce Translational Centre (RTC). These state-of-the-art facilities will allow materials discovery, materials manufacturing and prototype production and will act as an open access centre of excellence for the UK. As part of the Henry Royce Institute for Advanced Materials, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The University of Sheffield would like to purchase a scanning probe microscope (SPM) capable of performing all major SPM imaging techniques including Contact Mode, Lateral Force Microscopy, Phase imaging, Tapping Mode, Kelvin probe force microscopy, nanoscale electrical measurements, chemical property mapping, nanomechanical properties and scanning in fluids. This procurement is an EU open procedure. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield The closing date for this tender is 26th February 2019 (12 noon UK time) Additional information: The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/490e0cee-f414-4c82-bf9f-d038bef52ad1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2019 - 26 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £346,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £344,987 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER FRANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38514200 - Scanning probe microscopes

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2019 at 09:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/490e0cee-f414-4c82-bf9f-d038bef52ad1
- 26 Jan 2019 at 20:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25e6bedb-3d7f-436f-b7a6-39e7e20e1f5b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/490e0cee-f414-4c82-bf9f-d038bef52ad1
  19th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25e6bedb-3d7f-436f-b7a6-39e7e20e1f5b
  26th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
  The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system

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