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title: "Supply of an Optical Interferometer Microscope"
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# Supply of an Optical Interferometer Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d0f0d947-ca5e-41f5-82e3-abb362eb4db1

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## Summary

The University of Huddersfield is seeking suppliers for the procurement of an Optical Interferometer Microscope, with a focus on measuring ultra-low roughness surfaces. This tender falls under the goods category and is classified under optical microscopes (CPV code 38634000). The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 3rd April 2020. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 14th April 2020 and will continue until 14th April 2023. Interested parties can access further information through the In Tend Portal at the University’s e-Tendering site.

This opportunity presents an excellent chance for businesses specialising in laboratory and optical equipment, particularly those providing advanced microscopy technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is open and aims to foster competition among vendors capable of delivering high-precision instrumentation. Companies focused on innovative measurement solutions and those experienced in clean room environments would find this tender well-suited for their capabilities, potentially leading to growth through partnerships with a reputable educational institution.

## Notice

The University is looking to acquire an Optical interferometer microscope that has the ability to measure ultra low roughness surface of a specular nature such as polished metal alloy surfaces, diamond turned surfaces and surface coatings on flexible substrates. In addition there is a requirement to be able to measure more general machined surface where roughness Sa is of the order of several microns. The system will be sited in a clean room environment Additional information: This project can only be applied for by registering on our In Tend Portal, a link to which is below. All documents relating to the project can also be accessed through the portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofhuddersfield/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/d64caa65-23bc-44db-8f17-815487a99004 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2020 - 14 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD E-TENDERING |
| Locality | HUDDERSFIELD |
| Post town | Huddersfield |
| Postcode | HD1 3DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |
| Local authority | Kirklees |
| Electoral ward | Newsome |
| Westminster constituency | Huddersfield |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38510000 - Microscopes
- 38634000 - Optical microscopes

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2020 at 11:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d64caa65-23bc-44db-8f17-815487a99004

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d64caa65-23bc-44db-8f17-815487a99004
  4th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofhuddersfield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofhuddersfield/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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