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Helium recovery system

University of East Anglia

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08 Jan 2026 at 16:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a helium recovery system by the University of East Anglia has reached the award stage. This contract was awarded through a call-off from the NWUPC High Value Lab Equipment framework, with a focus on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The buyer, the University of East Anglia, based at the Norwich Research Park in England, has awarded the contract valued at £286,020 to Quantum Design UK and Ireland Ltd. The procurement employs a selective method, and the contract period extends from 11th December 2025 to 31st July 2029. The process is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) but not for voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Key locations tied to this contract include the postal code area NR4 7TJ.

This procurement provides opportunities for businesses specialising in high-value laboratory equipment and engineering solutions, particularly those capable of providing support for nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) technologies. Companies with experience in delivering machinery for liquefying air or other gases could also find this project a fitting opportunity. Given the selective procurement method, businesses part of established frameworks, or those familiar with call-off contracts, would be well-positioned to engage competitively in such tenders. This contract not only supports growth in specialised technical sectors but also encourages collaboration with academic institutions like universities seeking cutting-edge research equipment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Helium recovery system

Notice Description

The contract is for the purchase of a helium recovery system, compatible with the University's existing Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer and magnet, including warranty/service package. The contract has been awarded via a call-off from the NWUPC High Value Lab Equipment (HVLE) framework - LAB3162 following a successful grant funding application.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5c726a17-3027-44ed-b156-5f41a4f99b20
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37089cb1-6abc-4660-a849-29b96c6534af
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

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

42511200 - Machinery for liquefying air or other gases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£286,020 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£286,020 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of East Anglia
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Postcode Area
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Quantum Design UK and Ireland Ltd

Further Information

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