Planning

Prior Information Notice - Dry Dilution Fridge

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Planning

18 Aug 2020 at 09:53

Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory is seeking tenders for a project titled "Prior Information Notice - Dry Dilution Fridge," which falls under the industry category of Laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a contract period set to begin on 30th September 2020 and conclude by 1st March 2021. The delivery location for this procurement is in London, United Kingdom. The future notice for submissions is due on 18th August 2020, marking an important deadline for interested parties.

This procurement opportunity specifically targets businesses skilled in designing and supplying advanced laboratory equipment, particularly those with expertise in 3He dilution refrigerators and related technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined. Competing firms may include manufacturers of high-performance scientific instruments, refrigeration experts, and electronics providers, thus creating a robust opportunity for growth within the scientific equipment supply sector.

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Notice Title

Prior Information Notice - Dry Dilution Fridge

Notice Description

ESTIMATED critical parameters for specification: - 3He dilution refrigerator with pulse tube refrigerator to provide dry operation. - Base temperature <30mK - Cooling power at 100mK >200 mW - Full thermometry suite including temperature controllers - Includes full charge of 3He - 4 r.f. lines and connectors to 40GHz, from RT to mixing chamber plate - 24 low frequency lines - 1T up to 8T magnet (bore >70mm) including magnet power supply - Stand for Dry Dilution Fridge and rack for associated electronics - Overall height not to exceed 2800mm, including pipework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e4c72a98-9d7c-480d-93c8-0934716985fc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fde14f14-79b4-4d95-804d-7254b3a5ec94
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Aug 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2020 - 1 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bronwyn.glossop@npl.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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