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title: "1966/JN - Scanning Electron Microscope"
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# 1966/JN - Scanning Electron Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c46fb45a-6ff2-4f20-8b97-ff4a217e7d27

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking competitive bids for a new desktop scanning electron microscope (SEM) to enhance its research capabilities in semiconductor devices. This procurement process, classified under the goods category, is currently in the award stage following the tender, which was published on 30th May 2018. The tender period closed on 22nd June 2018, and the awarded contract amounts to £45,700. The contract period is set to commence on 1st October 2018 and will run until 30th November 2018. Bidders are required to submit proposals through the University’s e-tendering platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on providing scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in precision instruments for research institutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the tender’s inclusive nature, as it allows for competitive engagement in the high-tech sector. Suppliers capable of delivering advanced imaging solutions and support for semiconductor fabrication processes would find themselves well-positioned to contribute to this project and potentially secure further collaborations with the University.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield requires a new desktop scanning electron microscope (SEM) to support its research in semiconductor devices. It will be used for detailed inspection and measurement of micro and nano scale structures fabricated on InP and GaAs substrates incorporating metallic and glass thin films, at various stages during the fabrication process, often with high throughput required. The full specification and ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the in-tend e-tendering system. The closing date for receipt of tenders is Friday 22nd June 2018 at 12 noon (UK time).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7358400a-1e67-47ca-b103-7f2633d9af6e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £45,700 |
| 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 | C N TECHNICAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2018 at 10:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7358400a-1e67-47ca-b103-7f2633d9af6e
- 30 May 2018 at 09:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/496f7564-44a3-4e54-9aa5-64658ac33464

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7358400a-1e67-47ca-b103-7f2633d9af6e
  2nd October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/496f7564-44a3-4e54-9aa5-64658ac33464
  30th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
  Documentation Link

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