Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c62-91f4-715a-98d1-89a7af0bdbbd/2642494cwnw20-digital-microscope closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 2642/494/CW/NW/20 Digital Microscope [University Of Sheffield](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-sheffield) Estimated value Not stated Published 24 Aug 2020 Deadline Closed 8 Sept 2020 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender 2642/494/CW/NW/20 Digital Microscope The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Digital Microscope on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Northwest, Heatley House, Bowran Street, Preston PR1 2UX. ### Scope of Requirement This tender is for the supply, installation and commissioning of a Digital Microscope to be used primarily for metallographic inspection of additively manufactured samples in a research and development environment. Other uses will include the inspection of welds and weld tracks but this will be a central resource for all the AMRC North West research themes so the equipment is expected to be flexible and intuitive to operate for multiple users. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield) If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield) Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 8th September 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: All expressions of interest must be via the University of Sheffield e-tendering portal: [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield) This is an open tender exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield) If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield) Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 8th September 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). ### Delivery Notes Delivery, supply and installation at the AMRC Northwest Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description ### ERDF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Microscopes Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/ee694fdc-8d9b-481d-abc4-e7002c8635de) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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