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title: "1572 ITT SC - Thermal Evaporator"
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# 1572 ITT SC - Thermal Evaporator

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e55de94b-e40c-4e10-a5bc-a1456f7a5c02

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is currently in the tender stage for a procurement opportunity titled "1572 ITT SC - Thermal Evaporator," aiming to acquire a small thermal evaporator for use in their nanofabrication cleanroom located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom. The estimated contract value is between £40,000 and £60,000 (excluding VAT), and the tender period closes on 30 July 2021. The contract will provide essential equipment along with training and a minimum one-year warranty, commencing from 10 August 2021 and lasting for a year.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing or supplying scientific instruments, particularly those involved in nanotechnology and cleanroom equipment. Companies that specialise in thermal evaporation systems or related goods and services would be well-suited to participate. Interested parties must register through the University’s e-tendering system to express their interest, highlighting the competitiveness and potential for growth in the market for cutting-edge nanofabrication technology.

## Notice

Introduction - This is formal request for quotation with information, instructions and guidance following consideration of which the proposal submission should be completed and returned by all Suppliers who wish to quote for the contract. Note, throughout the Request for Quotation (RFQ) documentation the University of Nottingham will be referred to as the UoN. Synopsis & Brief - We Are looking to but a small thermal evaporator to go the nanofabrication cleanroom in the nmRC at the University of Nottingham. The evaporator will be used to complement electron beam lithography and will mostly be used for depositing titanium and gold for nanostructures and contacts fabricated using a 'lift-off' process. Objectives - To secure value for money goods and services for the UoN Estimated Value - The estimated value is between PS40-60,000 (without VAT) Contract/Framework duration - The Contract will be established for an initial provision of equipment, essential training and a minimum 12 month warranty Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITY'S E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tendering. To EXPRESS INTEREST: Please first register on the eTendering system then Login and go to Tenders. Find the project scroll down to View Details and then scroll down to the Express Interest' button at the foot on the right hand side. NOTE: To make sure you receive our email notifications. to ensure our emails reach your inbox please add our email domain @in-tend.co.uk to your safe senders list and check your spam filter settings.. Once you have registered, log-in and go to Current Tenders/view printable details, then expressed interest in the project. Once you have registered, expressed interest in the project AND your EOI will be accepted and an email will automatically be sent notifying you (to the inserted publish email address at point of registration) that it has been accepted and a second email notifying you that the documents have been published to your site under 'My Tenders'. Internet Explorer (not Mozilla Firefox) should be used and pop ups must be allowed. All correspondence relating to this project should only be made through the e-Tendering web site. Click on CREATE NEW CORRESPONDENCE once you have logged on to the Web site and follow the instructions. Select send message via web option rather than 'by email' option as this is received by the host company not directly to UoN. HELP?: Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site (including if you get locked out), contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54e765a4-7665-4657-bf50-5de6032c7d05 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2021 - 9 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Radford |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2021 at 10:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54e765a4-7665-4657-bf50-5de6032c7d05
- 8 Jul 2021 at 10:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54e765a4-7665-4657-bf50-5de6032c7d05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54e765a4-7665-4657-bf50-5de6032c7d05
  8th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/

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