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Procurement of a Cryogen Free Measurement System

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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10 Jun 2024 at 14:16

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28 Mar 2024 at 18:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract for the procurement of a Cryogen Free Measurement System. This equipment is intended for the Quantum and Soft Matter research theme in the School of Physics, Faculty of Science and Engineering. The system includes a state-of-the-art closed cycle cryostat and a superconducting magnet capable of applying high fields to samples. The total contract value is £113,000, and the contract period is from June 10, 2024, to June 9, 2027. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the tender period ended on May 9, 2024.

This procurement process presents opportunities for businesses that deal with laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete for this tender. The University of Bristol, as the buying organisation, is located in Bristol, South West England. The procurement stage is complete with the contract awarded. Businesses interested in supplying goods related to measuring quantities and testing apparatus could find this tender suitable for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of a Cryogen Free Measurement System

Notice Description

University of Bristol has awarded a Cryogen Free Measurement System The equipment will form part of the wider Quantum and Soft Matter (QSM) research theme's capabilities in the School of Physics, Faculty of Science and Engineering, at the University of Bristol. The QSM theme is recognised as one of the UK's leading centres in the study of quantum materials - notably exotic / high temperature superconducting and magnetic materials. Research in the QSM theme has attracted significant research income over the last decades, including a helium liquefier, a range of 'wet' cryogenic systems, as well as hosting a Centre for Doctoral Training in Condensed Matter Physics. Given the recent challenges around the price and availability of helium globally, this turn-key closed-cycle system will provide a key additional level of flexibility and fast-turnaround for sample screening and basic characterisation, before utilising lower temperature and/or higher magnetic field measurements either in Bristol or at a range of facilities worldwide. The equipment is comprised of two main components: (1) a state-of-the-art closed cycle cryostat with base temperature better than 1.8 K; (2) a superconducting magnet capable of applying fields in excess of 7 Tesla with high uniformity to a sample stage mounted inside the cryostat.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60739941-5e29-48c2-a41d-64ebcaa2f69a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07bcc0-39a5-4a79-b2c6-65e390ba9479
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2024 - 9 Jun 2027 2-3 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 BRISTOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-office@bristol.ac.uk, yi19222@bristol.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRYOGENIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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