Contract Summary

  • Published Date: 3 November 2020

  • Tender Status: active

  • Tender Opening Date: 3 November 2020

  • Tender Closing Date: 19 November 2020

  • Award Date: n/a

  • Contract Start Date: n/a

  • Contract End Date: n/a

  • Contract is suitable for SMEs: No

  • Contract is suitable for VCSEs: Yes

  • Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) Contract Type: Products

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Description

The V&A wishes to procure a tabletop scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray capability (SEM-EDX) for the Science Section, for the investigation of samples and small objects from across the museum collections.

The instrument chosen will be a 'turn-key' system and all hardware, firmware and software costs must be included in your tender return. In addition a one-year statutory warranty plus an additional four years of preventive maintenance should be included in the total cost.

The instrument will be used on a bench or trolley in proximity of 13 amp, 240 volt AC, 50 Hz supply, in a non-air conditioned laboratory or in the galleries.

Tenders may provide options or alternative quotes.

Please note that the budget is not confirmed and the award of contract is subject to the V&A receiving the AHRC CapCo funding.

About the Buyer

Contact name: Lucia Burgio

Address: Cromwell Road
Kensington
SW7 2RL
UK

Telephone: +442079422229

Fax: n/a

Email: [email protected]

Value of Contract

Price Range: £50,000 - £100,000