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title: "3D Optical Measuring System"
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# 3D Optical Measuring System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eebc881e-7312-4f5c-996f-9c5c1d6c0914

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## Summary

The University of Bath is looking to procure a 3D Optical Measuring System for profilometry, assessment of form and roughness, and reconstruction of sculpted surfaces. The tender falls under the 'Instruments for checking physical characteristics' category, with a contract period starting on 11th December 2023 and ending on 31st March 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 23rd November 2023. The delivery address for this tender is in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender by the University of Bath presents an opportunity for businesses in the instruments industry, particularly those specialised in providing high-precision measuring systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suited nature of the procurement for this business segment. With a focus on checking physical characteristics, businesses offering innovative solutions in this area are well-positioned to compete and potentially secure this contract for business growth.

## Notice

The University of Bath require a 3D optical measuring system with micron and submicron range for profilometry, assessment of form and roughness, and 3D reconstruction of sculpted surfaces to provide detailed information about the surface topology of samples and to identify and study microscopic surface defects such as micro-cracks and wear.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b52cb37-e272-4e51-af42-bc57057e681d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 BATH |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 7AY |
| 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 | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bathwick |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2023 at 13:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b52cb37-e272-4e51-af42-bc57057e681d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b52cb37-e272-4e51-af42-bc57057e681d
  23rd October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Instruments-for-checking-physical-characteristics./R6VT9F9KF8
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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