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Controlled Environment Chambers (Environmental Degradation chambers). - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester has successfully completed a procurement process for controlled environment chambers, specifically designed for simulating weathering conditions applicable to polymers and composite materials. This procurement falls under the goods category and was initiated as an open tender. The contract value is approximately £65,000, with the contract period spanning from 14th December 2020 to 31st March 2021. The winning supplier is Q Lab Europe Ltd, and the contract was awarded following the tender period that ended on 10th November 2020, located in Manchester, United Kingdom.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in laboratory equipment and technology to expand their market share. Smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged, as the tender has been identified as suitable for engagement from this category. Firms specialising in environmental simulation equipment, materials science, and related fields will find this contract relevant to their capabilities and may seek to follow similar procurement opportunities in the public sector for further growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Controlled Environment Chambers (Environmental Degradation chambers). - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase controlled environment chambers, specifically for simulating weathering conditions for polymers and composite materials. This scientific equipment will be housed within the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the University of Manchester. The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9954ad67-cbb6-412e-8c31-84d73c0e3295
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee923fa8-b685-40fe-aaaf-2c4449a997da
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,486 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Q LAB EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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