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Provision of a He-3 Refrigerator

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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21 Aug 2018 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton issued a tender for the supply of a He-3 refrigerator, aimed at facilitating physics experiments with levitated optomechanics at low temperatures. The procurement process, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment (CPV code 38000000), followed an open procedure and has been completed, with a total contract value of £100,650. The tender reached its conclusion on 27 March 2018, after bids were accepted until 8 March 2018. The contract is set to commence on 31 August 2018 and will run until 30 August 2020, with delivery expected in the South East of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory instruments and related technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in precision equipment should consider competing, as this contract aligns with their capabilities. Engaging with the University of Southampton can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish lasting relationships within the academic research community, leading to further growth and collaboration opportunities.

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Notice Title

Provision of a He-3 Refrigerator

Notice Description

Notice for the award of a contract for the provision of a He-3 refrigerator to allow for physics experiments with levitated optomechanics at low temperatures.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/572b53be-6697-4b5d-9e45-d3f3eb7c8581
Current Stage
Award
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 (below 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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,650 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2018 - 30 Aug 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICEOXFORD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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