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title: "Procurement of a Thin Film Thermal Characterisation Instrument"
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# Procurement of a Thin Film Thermal Characterisation Instrument

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3382d73-3a6f-4a41-acd1-f03adcc0d8f6

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is currently undertaking a tender procurement process for a "Thin Film Thermal Characterisation Instrument," aiming to purchase a laser-based, non-destructive optical device to gauge the thermal conductivity of thin film materials. The procurement falls under the measuring instruments industry category and has a budget of £120,000. The tender period is open until 4th June 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 28th June 2021 and run until 30th September 2022. Interested vendors should refer to the open procedure method for additional details.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in measurement technology and engineering instruments, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to the inclusive nature of the requirements. Companies offering expertise in thermal measurement instruments and non-destructive testing methods would be particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Engaging in this tender could help businesses expand their portfolio and establish a relationship with a prominent educational institution.

## Notice

1 x Laser-based, non-destructive, optical technique to measure the thermal conductivity of thin film materials (from 1 to 1000 Wm-1K-1) inclusive of warranty.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b161d32d-2219-45df-afb0-e3915e367884 |
| 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 | 5 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Jun 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38300000 - Measuring instruments
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 5 May 2021 at 12:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b161d32d-2219-45df-afb0-e3915e367884

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b161d32d-2219-45df-afb0-e3915e367884
  5th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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