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Cryomagnet-based Measurement Platform

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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13 Aug 2021 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is soliciting tenders for the "Cryomagnet-based Measurement Platform," classified under measuring instruments in the goods category. The procurement method used is a limited procedure without prior publication due to the need for compatibility with existing systems. The award process has been completed, with a contract value of £562,500 signed on 6 August 2021. The delivery location for this contract is the School of Engineering at the University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in advanced measurement technologies and scientific equipment. Suppliers with expertise in cryogenics, materials testing, or similar fields, particularly those familiar with proprietary software requirements, would be well-positioned to compete in this niche market. Businesses that can demonstrate quality and price competitiveness will find suitable opportunities to engage with this prestigious academic institution.

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Notice Title

Cryomagnet-based Measurement Platform

Notice Description

The system consists of a cryomagnet with several options (inserts) for measuring various properties of materials such as heat capacity, magnetoresistance, magnetic susceptibility, thermal conductivity, etc.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 33(1)(b)(ii) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, a contracting authority may use the negotiated procedure without the prior publication in the case of a public contract, based on the following justification: 33(4)(b) For the purchase of additional goods, where the University would have compatibility issues or disproportionate technical difficulties in purchasing from a party other than original supplier.

Procurement Information

The new system is to replace the existing Physical Properties Measurement System from the same supplier which facilitates the proprietary Multivu software.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d474
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019717-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38300000 - Measuring instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£562,500 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUANTUM DESIGN UK AND IRELAND

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