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title: "005/2017 Atomic Force Microscope"
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# 005/2017 Atomic Force Microscope

Buyer: HE PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e135c7ef-d379-4af2-950f-70d21c8cfad9

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## Summary

The University of the West of England (UWE) is seeking suppliers for the procurement of an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) aimed at supporting the establishment of the Health Technology Hub on their Frenchay campus. This tender, identified as UWE/005/2017, is currently in the Award stage, having been published on 15th February 2017 and closed for submissions on 1st March 2017. The procurement method used is an open procedure, focusing on goods within the healthcare technology industry. The contract is expected to commence on 13th March 2017 and conclude on 31st March 2021, with a total estimated value of £87,515. Interested parties were encouraged to express their interest through the In-Tend portal.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in cutting-edge scientific equipment, particularly those with capabilities in manufacturing or supplying advanced microscopy technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in research-related instruments and robust support infrastructures would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging with UWE not only fosters potential sales but also opens avenues for collaboration within the burgeoning field of healthcare technology development.

## Notice

University of the West of England is developing a new collaborative research and business-support centre, focusing on the development of new healthcare technology - the Health Technology Hub. The Health Technology Hub facility will be situated on the UWE campus at Frenchay. Equipment is needed to provide the required state-of-the-art facilities. An atomic force microscope (AFM) is required for imaging structural features of sensor and biosensor surfaces. We require an AFM system that incorporates optical positioning of the cantilever and a sophisticated image analysis software package able to produce high quality images and have detailed analysis protocols. The equipment should be able to be used as a bench top system (although an anti-vibration surface may be available) and require standard mains electricity supply. Additional information: Please register and express your interest on In-Tend at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/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/ecc40fdf-4cfe-42d3-8b4a-af17bd935c7a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2017 - 15 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,515 |
| 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 | HE PORTAL |
| Locality | AVON |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2017 at 10:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecc40fdf-4cfe-42d3-8b4a-af17bd935c7a
- 30 Jan 2017 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54691e8c-7526-4c70-822d-486be737da88

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecc40fdf-4cfe-42d3-8b4a-af17bd935c7a
  11th April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54691e8c-7526-4c70-822d-486be737da88
  15th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uwe.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/he/aspx/Home

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