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title: "Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a5d1"
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# Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a5d1

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## Summary

The University of Ulster has completed the procurement process for an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), classified under measuring instruments in the goods category. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, with an award value of £226,983. The contract was signed on 9th August 2021, following a tender process that commenced with bid submissions due by 7th May 2021. The delivery is expected to take place within the UK, specifically at the University’s premises located in Coleraine, Northern Ireland. The purchasing cycle incorporated a minimum standstill period to allow for any challenges to the award decision.

This tender presents excellent growth opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and suppliers with expertise in high-quality measuring instruments, particularly in the field of microscopy and related technologies. With the procurement designed for quality and price evaluation, suppliers that are capable of delivering innovative solutions and who possess strong service performance records will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses familiar with navigating open competitive processes and adhering to public procurement regulations will find this an advantageous opportunity.

## Notice

Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement is for an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM).

Options: The contract is for one year initially with the option to extend for any periods up to and including 36 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022097-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £250,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £226,983 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER |
| Locality | COLERAINE |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT52 1SA |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Local authority | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | East Londonderry |
| Delivery location | TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXFORD INSTRUMENTS ASYLUM RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38300000 - Measuring instruments

## Release History

- 6 Sep 2021 at 21:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022097-2021
- 13 Apr 2021 at 21:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007776-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ulster.ac.uk
- https://e-sourcing-bravosolutions.co.uk/web/login.shtml
- https://e-sourcingni.bravosolutions.co.uk/web/login.shtml

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