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Sciences - Supply of Cryostat

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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06 Feb 2025 at 09:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has concluded the contracting process for the supply of a specialised cryostat for its Quantum Project, focusing on research involving ion trap quantum computing setups. Categorised under Medical Equipment (CPV id: 33100000), the tender was targeted at the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the awarding phase, with the contract award published on 6th February 2025, and the contract period set from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027. The procurement was executed using a direct award method as per Regulation 32, with a total contract value of £280,084.01 (GBP).

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision scientific equipment, particularly those geared towards supporting advanced research infrastructures. Although the award has been made to Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc., a large-scale supplier, similar future opportunities could benefit firms with expertise in quantum computing apparatus or cryogenic technologies. Businesses with the capacity to provide compatible research and development tools in the medical or scientific research sectors would find such opportunities especially advantageous for nurturing growth and establishing long-term partnerships with academic institutions like the University of Sussex.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sciences - Supply of Cryostat

Notice Description

The Quantum Project at the University requires a specialised cryostat designed for full compatibility with its existing and planned research infrastructure in Pevensey II. The research involves three independent ion trap quantum computing setups, utilizing trapped Ytterbium ions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6eed7ec5-96ab-458f-ad1b-19f226084ea2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ac53ce0-0bc2-4a03-a1fe-787cdfd368f9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award (Regulation 32)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,084 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£280,084 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 1-2 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 SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUEFORS CRYOCOOLER TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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