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2021 146 - Distributed Geophysical Sensing System

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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16 Jul 2021 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds is seeking tenders for the procurement of a fibre optic distributed sensing system, intended for use in various subsurface applications, including monitoring geothermal properties and subsurface infrastructure. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as geological and geophysical instruments (CPV code 38200000). The tender process has been completed, with the contract awarded to Febus Optics on 9 June 2021, for a total value of £266,296. The procurement method used was selective, employing a competitive procedure with negotiation, and was accelerated due to a restrictive deadline set by the funding body.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in the development of geophysical instruments and related technologies. Businesses with expertise in fibre optic systems, environmental monitoring, or geothermal applications would be particularly well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging with the University of Leeds may also lead to further collaborations in research initiatives, enhancing business growth prospects in the educational and environmental sectors.

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Notice Title

2021 146 - Distributed Geophysical Sensing System

Notice Description

NOTICE OF THE AWARD OF A TENDER: The School of Earth and Environment at the University of Leeds (UoL) is seeking tenders for a fibre optic distributed sensing system capable of measuring acoustic responses, temperature and strain. The system will be used by members of the school and their external research collaborators for diverse subsurface applications, including (but not limited to) monitoring the geophysical properties of geothermal prospects, subsurface infrastructure, volcanic systems and ice masses.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NOTICE OF THE AWARD OF A TENDER: The School of Earth and Environment at the University of Leeds (UoL) is seeking tenders for a fibre optic distributed sensing system capable of measuring acoustic responses, temperature and strain. The system will be used by members of the school and their external research collaborators for diverse subsurface applications, including (but not limited to) monitoring the geophysical properties of geothermal prospects, subsurface infrastructure, volcanic systems and ice masses.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c8e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016756-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38200000 - Geological and geophysical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£266,296 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20214 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Maggie Whitworth
Contact Email
m.a.whitworth@adm.leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1133431810

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JZ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEBUS OPTICS

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