--- title: "Transmission Electron Microscope (ESIF Funded) Supply and Installation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2018-10-16" --- # Transmission Electron Microscope (ESIF Funded) Supply and Installation Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e68a98ad-bdfc-4a97-8136-ed20ad795793.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is currently inviting tenders for the supply and installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), as part of the SC6794/18 tender process. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the CPV code for electron microscopes. The tender period concludes on 15th November 2018, with an expected contract delivery date of 20th December 2018. The procurement method is an open procedure, which is applicable for contracts above the specified threshold, with a projected budget of up to £350,000 excluding VAT. This procurement is aimed at supporting local SMEs in the Midlands. The opportunity to supply this high-value TEM creates significant potential for businesses involved in the advanced materials characterisation sector, particularly those with expertise in high-performance imaging technologies. Companies specialising in engineering alloys appropriate for nuclear, aerospace, and other structural applications will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The project is co-funded by the European Structural Investment Funds, highlighting its importance in fostering innovation and enhancing technical capabilities among local SMEs. ## Notice SC6794/18 Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of the following equipment to enhance capability needed to support local SMEs in the Midlands. A TEM for advanced materials characterisation General characteristics A TEM, either new or used, optimised for in-situ characterisation of advanced materials including (but not limited to) engineering alloys for nuclear, aerospace and structural applications, is required. Combined with excellent performance the system should also be compatible with a multi-user environment and be versatile to perform the tasks to a high standard in a time efficient manner. Specifications 1. A TEM capable of diffraction contrast imaging and selected area diffraction and convergent beam diffraction. 2. The maximum beam voltage should be as high as possible and equal to or greater than 300kV. 3. The ability of the microscope to operate in scanning (STEM) mode is highly desirable. 4. A fast and high-resolution camera is highly desirable. The camera should be as many pixels as possible, at least 2k x 2k. The camera should be as high speed as possible. 5. A high energy resolution X-ray SDD is highly desirable. 6. The microscope should be equipped with at least one single-tilt holders and it is highly desirable to have more specimen holders for analytical and in-situ experiments. 7. Specimen drift should be as low as possible. This project is partly funded by the European Structural Investment Funds. Should the project encounter any budgetary constraints then the University reserves the right to withdraw the requirement. Overall budget for this item is up to ?350K excluding VAT. TO BE DELIVERED BY: the 20th December 2018 Additional information: All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d | | 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 | 16 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Dec 2018 - 20 Dec 2018 | | 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 BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38511000 - Electron microscopes ## Release History - 16 Oct 2018 at 07:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d - 16 Oct 2018 at 07:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d - 16 Oct 2018 at 07:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d - 16 Oct 2018 at 07:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d - 16 Oct 2018 at 07:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d - 16 Oct 2018 at 07:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d - 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16 Oct 2018 at 07:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59d1a851-c351-4cff-8268-a19ff35e7b8d 16th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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