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title: "Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Multiscale Metrology Suite"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000654694"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
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# Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Multiscale Metrology Suite

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000654694

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde is initiating a planned procurement process for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of a Multiscale Metrology Suite. This procurement falls under the education sector and has an estimated value of £750,000. The relevant documentation indicates that prospective suppliers should express their interest by 4th June 2021. Future notices related to this tender are expected to be issued on 28th June 2021, with the delivery of the equipment required in Glasgow, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those that offer modular systems for nanotechnology and metrology. Businesses that have expertise in developing and supplying components such as Flow Field Fractionation systems, optical detectors, and high-sensitivity analytical tools are well-suited to compete. Additionally, firms that can demonstrate capability in integrating sophisticated software interfaces for operational efficiency will be at an advantage.

## Notice

Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Multiscale Metrology Suite

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde is seeking notes of interest for a tender opportunity for the supply, delivery and commissioning of a multiscale metrology suite (MMS) configuration for profiling next generation health nanotechnologies. The MMS must be a modular system that will integrate Flow Field Fractionation (FFF) and multiple detector modalities. Synergistic coupling of these detectors to multiple FFF modes will be a powerful tool in the combined physical and chemical profiling of a diverse nanomaterial and biomacromolecule portfolio. All components listed below must be integrated into the MMS and operatable using a software interface. Flexibility must exist to operate the system using all components or a selected detector range. The three MMS modules must consist of: 1) Flow Field Fractionation (FFF) System: Suitable for analytes in the 1 nm-100 um size range. Consisting of an i) analytical channel, ii) stream splitter (0.1-5 mL/min, 1-30 bar), and iii) preparative components for sample recovery. - Centrifugal (CF3): A density-dependent system, suitable for analytes in the 0.01-20 um size range. A separation channel for rotation speed up to 2,688g. - Electrical (EAF4): Consisting of i) a special hybrid channel for simultaneous electric and asymmetric flow FFF in organic solvents and aqueous systems (up to 90 degC) and ii) control electronics for supply of different currents (+-75 mA)/voltages (+-22.5V) for EAF4 channels and iii) a integrated flow-through conductivity measurement sensor. - SEC module (analytical and preparative): 500 nm radius of gyration or molecular weight in the 1-106 kDa range. - DLS: NIBS suitable for analyte in the 1 nm-1 um size range. Viscometer: High-sensitivity 4 capillary differential viscometer detector for molecular weight, size, intrinsic viscosity and structure analysis. 3) Triple Quadrupole Inductively-coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-QQQ-MS): The ICP MS will be connected to an advanced electronic and fluidic interface for coupling with FFF. It can flexibly be operated standalone or with FFF connectivity. The system must have high sensitivity (part per trillion sensitivity) and fast time-resolved analysis for single-particle analysis. A four channel collision reaction cell must be included to increase flexibility by supporting a wider range of reaction gases.. Please note your interest against this PIN by COB Friday 4th June 2021. After this, any details on further pre-tender activity will be released.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY416617 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 28 Jun 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £750,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1QE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38433000 - Spectrometers
- 42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

## Release History

- 27 May 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY416617

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY416617
  Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Multiscale Metrology Suite - Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Multiscale Metrology Suite

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000654694
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=654694

## Provenance

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