Tender

Purchase of an Optical Closed-cycle Helium Cryostat at Lancaster University

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The tender for the "Purchase of an Optical Closed-cycle Helium Cryostat" at Lancaster University is currently in the active stage of the procurement process. Lancaster University is seeking suppliers for a cutting-edge closed-cycle helium cryostat designed for ultrafast spectroscopy measurements. The contract will be awarded following an open procurement method, which allows all qualified bidders to participate. The deadline to submit tenders is 26 October 2020, with an anticipated contract period starting on 9 November 2020 and lasting until 8 November 2021. The estimated contract value is £60,000, with a minimum threshold of £50,000. The procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory equipment and cryogenic technology. Suppliers that can offer innovative designs or configurations for cryostats, including systems to operate within magnetic fields, will find this an advantageous bidding process. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is well-suited to companies that can provide tailored solutions and demonstrate their capabilities in the field of optical and precision equipment.

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Notice Title

Purchase of an Optical Closed-cycle Helium Cryostat at Lancaster University

Notice Description

We seek a closed-cycle helium cryostat with optical access for ultrafast spectroscopy measurements using femtosecond laser light with photon energies varying between THz and near-UV ranges. We envisage a full system consisting of a cryostat itself, compressor, vacuum pump and control electronics. The application of the cryostat will involve measurements in magnetic fields and therefore its sample chamber and holder should be free from magnetic materials. . We are open to consider different designs and configurations to satisfy technical requirements specified below. Where suppliers can offer specifications or capability beyond the essential specification only as significant extra cost, suppliers may offer such elements as optional extensions to the base tender offering. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-876031ba-f29d-42a1-8e5f-3ace30eb75cc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9534e914-793e-4d7e-a69a-04e84d2f54a0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Nov 2020 - 8 Nov 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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