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title: "X-Ray Diffractometer"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e7407b21-6149-4903-a778-661713244747"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2022-04-06"
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# X-Ray Diffractometer

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e7407b21-6149-4903-a778-661713244747

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## Summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of X-Ray Diffractometers, a critical equipment in the field of diffraction apparatus. The tender process is set to conclude on 9th May 2022, with the contract expected to start on 12th June 2022 and continue until 12th June 2025. The procurement, classified as goods under the CPV code 38530000, is taking place at the University's All Saints Campus in Manchester, Lancashire, with delivery addresses extending across various regions including the UK and overseas territories.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and services, particularly those with expertise in X-ray devices and associated maintenance contracts. Companies that can demonstrate qualifications and experience in providing such advanced scientific instruments, including those offering comprehensive support services like warranties and preventive maintenance, would be well-positioned to compete. This is a non-recurrent procurement, encouraging firms to engage in a competitive process to meet the University’s technical and maintenance requirements.

## Notice

Manchester Metropolitan is seeking to appoint through a competitive tender process a suitably qualified and experienced provider of X-Ray Diffractometers. To include, but not limited to; o The essential technical requirements provided in 'Appendix 8 - Technical Requirements. o A maintenance contract of 3 years or more, with preventative maintenance including a full radiation leakage test. o A minimum of 1 year warranty for parts and labour. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e9e54d-9d62-4cfa-a8bf-7a4cea260678 |
| 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 | 6 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Jun 2022 - 12 Jun 2025 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASHIRE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M15 6BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices
- 38530000 - Diffraction apparatus
- 38947000 - X-ray microanalysers

## Release History

- 6 Apr 2022 at 13:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e9e54d-9d62-4cfa-a8bf-7a4cea260678
- 6 Apr 2022 at 13:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e9e54d-9d62-4cfa-a8bf-7a4cea260678

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e9e54d-9d62-4cfa-a8bf-7a4cea260678
  6th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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