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School of Physics and Astronomy and School of Chemistry: Cryogenic Transport and Magnetisation Measurement Systems

University of St Andrews

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01 Jun 2021 at 12:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of St Andrews has recently completed the procurement process for two cryogenic measurement systems as part of their new material characterisation facility within the Centre for Designer Quantum Materials. The tender, officially titled "School of Physics and Astronomy and School of Chemistry: Cryogenic Transport and Magnetisation Measurement Systems," encompasses the procurement of goods classified under CPV code 38400000, which includes instruments for checking physical characteristics. The procurement method was an open procedure, allowing a broad range of suppliers to participate. The awards, both valued at £807,929, were signed on 13 May 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision scientific instruments, particularly those capable of manufacturing or supplying cryogenic measurement systems. Companies engaged in advanced materials research, instrumentation technology, or those focused on quantum materials would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender process. Suppliers can leverage their expertise in delivering quality and innovative solutions, as 60% of the award criteria are based on quality metrics, along with price considerations making it crucial for businesses to demonstrate competitive value alongside technical excellence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

School of Physics and Astronomy and School of Chemistry: Cryogenic Transport and Magnetisation Measurement Systems

Notice Description

The School of Physics and Astronomy and the School of Chemistry have received funding for a new material characterisation facility which will become a part of the Centre for Designer Quantum Materials. The facility will include: - Lot 1 - system for the measurement of physical properties such as charge transport and specific heat with a - Lot 2 - second system to specialise in SQUID based magnetic property measurements

Lot Information

Measurement System for Physical Properties

Section I / System I - Measurement system for physical properties Base System Option 1: Liquid Helium Dewar with nitrogen jacket Base System Option 2: Liquid Helium Dewar / Vapour shielded Base System Option 3: Cryogen Free Dewar Please see tender documents for full details. Additional information: All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our e-Tendering System (In-Tend). To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted.

SQUID Based Cryogenic Measurement System for Magnetic Properties

SQUID based cryogenic measurement system for magnetic properties. Please see tender documents for full details. Additional information: All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our e-Tendering System (In-Tend). To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b6fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012168-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£807,929 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of St Andrews
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST ANDREWS
Postcode
KY16 9LB
Postcode Area
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
St Andrews
Westminster Constituency
North East Fife

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Quantum Design UK and Ireland

Further Information

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