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title: "(NU/1864) Supply of a Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analysers and Ancillary Apparatus for Wet and Dry Sample Dispersion"
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# (NU/1864) Supply of a Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analysers and Ancillary Apparatus for Wet and Dry Sample Dispersion

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d96e38f1-c111-46df-a25b-a397f91dfd07

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## Summary

Newcastle University is seeking suppliers for the procurement process named "(NU/1864) Supply of a Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzers and Ancillary Apparatus for Wet and Dry Sample Dispersion". The procurement falls under the industry category of diffraction apparatus and detection and analysis apparatus. The contract involves supplying, delivering, and installing the equipment detailed in the ITT to the University, with after-sales support and a 12-month warranty and maintenance period. The tender period ends on 10th March 2023, and the contract period spans from 17th March 2023 to 28th April 2023, with a total value of £78,000.

This opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to supply the required equipment to Newcastle University. Businesses specialised in diffraction apparatus and detection and analysis apparatus would be well-suited to compete in this tender. The procurement stage is currently active, offering a chance for interested suppliers to engage with the University's requirements and provide competitive bids within the specified tender period. The contract location is in England, United Kingdom, specifically at the Merz Court Analytical Suite within the School of Engineering, Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering at Newcastle University.

## Notice

The University has recently been awarded an EPSRC Core Funding and Unmet Demands Equipment grant and wants to purchase one Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyser, including Ancillary Apparatus for Wet and Dry Sample Dispersion, Software and PC. This equipment will be housed in the Merz Court Analytical Suite within the School of Engineering, Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering. The objectives of the equipment are summarized as follows: * To be able to measure particle size distributions in samples containing particles ranging from nanometer-scale to micron- and millimetre-scale sizes; * To be able to measure particles dispersed in wet and dry medium (i.e. air). * To be able to carry out measurements in a wide range of aqueous or organic solvent wet mediums. * To be able to obtain morphological information in addition to particle size distribution information. * To be able to carry out full data analysis and calculations on the raw and processed data using the system software, and export results for presentation/further processing using other pieces of software. The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and installation of the equipment detailed in the ITT to the University, with after-sales support and 12 months warranty and maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc9eb59-a104-4df5-b0df-1e8e51fea83d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2023 - 28 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £78,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus
- 38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2023 at 12:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc9eb59-a104-4df5-b0df-1e8e51fea83d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc9eb59-a104-4df5-b0df-1e8e51fea83d
  21st February 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=65996dd8-ddad-ed11-811f-005056b64545
  Advert Link

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