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title: "2330 - Framework for Atomic Force Microscope, Maintenance & After Sales"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000680991"
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buyer: "CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED"
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# 2330 - Framework for Atomic Force Microscope, Maintenance & After Sales

Buyer: CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000680991

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Centre for Process Innovation Limited involves the establishment of a Single Supplier Framework for the acquisition of an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) under the title "2330 - Framework for Atomic Force Microscope, Maintenance & After Sales." This procurement falls under the goods category within the technology development and research sectors. The tender was awarded on 17 June 2022, and the contract amount is valued at £2,000,000. The project is based in Redcar, UK, and employs an open procedure, indicating a competitive bidding environment.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, research and development, and maintenance services. Companies that provide AFM instruments or related technology and those with expertise in servicing, spare parts, and software upgrades will find it advantageous to engage in this procurement. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with innovative solutions tailored for metrological capabilities will be well-suited to participate, given the requirements outlined by the Centre for Process Innovation in the context of their expanding capabilities.

## Notice

This tender is to establish a Single Supplier Framework for the provision of an Atomic Force Microscope. CPI's National Printable Electronics Centre is currently expanding its metrological capabilities and seeking to acquire a new Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) instrument. CPI as a Research and Technology Organisation supported by HVMC and part of Catapult requires a flexible tool that is capable of a wide range of analytical modes (topographical, electrical, work function etc.) as well as capable of scanning and fully addressing large samples (8"-diameter) of either rigid or flexible substrates. This Framework is to cover spare parts, consumables, servicing, software upgrades and maintenance. Further purchases of equipment of a similar nature are covered under this framework should they be required by CPI during the framework duration.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This tender is to establish a Single Supplier Framework for the provision of an Atomic Force Microscope. CPI's National Printable Electronics Centre is currently expanding its metrological capabilities and seeking to acquire a new Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) instrument. CPI as a Research and Technology Organisation supported by HVMC and part of Catapult requires a flexible tool that is capable of a wide range of analytical modes (topographical, electrical, work function etc.) as well as capable of scanning and fully addressing large samples (8"-diameter) of either rigid or flexible substrates. This Framework is to cover spare parts, consumables, servicing, software upgrades and maintenance. Further purchases of equipment of a similar nature are covered under this framework should they be required by CPI during the framework duration.. Upon successful award, the requirements of this Tender can be procured by any department, branch, division, business unit, site, subsidiary or any other legal entity of CPI, against any existing or future project and/or order, whether or not it is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Competitive Programme 2014 - 2020, or any subsequent replacement Competitive Programme.

Renewal: 1 x 12 month renewal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452685 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 27 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## 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

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452685
- 26 Jan 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN439046

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN439046
  2330 - Framework for Atomic Force Microscope, Maintenance & After Sales - This tender is to establish a Single Supplier Framework for the provision of an Atomic Force Microscope. CPI's National Printable Electronics Centre is currently expanding its metrological capabilities and seeking to acquire a new Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) instrument. CPI as a Research and Technology Organisation supported by HVMC and part of Catapult requires a flexible tool that is capable of a wide range of analytical modes (topographical, electrical, work function etc.) as well as capable of scanning and fully addressing large samples (8"-diameter) of either rigid or flexible substrates. This Framework is to cover spare parts, consumables, servicing, software upgrades and maintenance. Further purchases of equipment of a similar nature are covered under this framework should they be required by CPI during the framework duration.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN452685
  2330 - Framework for Atomic Force Microscope, Maintenance & After Sales - This tender is to establish a Single Supplier Framework for the provision of an Atomic Force Microscope. CPI's National Printable Electronics Centre is currently expanding its metrological capabilities and seeking to acquire a new Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) instrument. CPI as a Research and Technology Organisation supported by HVMC and part of Catapult requires a flexible tool that is capable of a wide range of analytical modes (topographical, electrical, work function etc.) as well as capable of scanning and fully addressing large samples (8"-diameter) of either rigid or flexible substrates. This Framework is to cover spare parts, consumables, servicing, software upgrades and maintenance. Further purchases of equipment of a similar nature are covered under this framework should they be required by CPI during the framework duration.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.uk-cpi.com
- http://www.wheatley-group.com
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000680991
- https://ne1procurementservices.com/

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