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Grism Wheels

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Mar 2025 at 14:34

Tender

09 Jan 2025 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter recently concluded a public procurement process for the supply of two Grism Wheels, falling under the industry category of astronomical and optical instruments. The process was carried out under the university’s procurement rules and not as a covered procurement under the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement method was an open procedure, and an award was made to Ucryo Universal Cryogenics, a supplier from Tucson, AZ, USA. The contract, valued at USD 32,500, was signed on 6th February 2025. The main location for delivery is in the UKK4 region, and this procurement stage is complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in high-precision astronomical or optical instruments and those with experience in international deliveries. Given the nature of the product and the specific procurement requirements set by the University of Exeter, companies with a track record in supplying similar goods to educational and research institutions would be well-suited to participate in such tenders. Additionally, the emphasis on cost-effectiveness indicates that competitive pricing strategies could enhance the chances of winning similar contracts in the future, encouraging SMEs to explore collaborations with educational bodies.

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Notice Title

Grism Wheels

Notice Description

The University of Exeter is seeking quotations for the supply of two Grism Wheels. For the avoidance of doubt: This procurement is not a Covered Procurement as defined under the Procurement Act 2023 and the University of Exeter is under no obligation to and will not be undertaking a tender exercise for these goods and/or services. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the University's procurement rules for the supply of goods and services https://www.exeter.ac.uk/departments/finance/buying/procurement/#a1. The University disclaims to the fullest extent possible any potential liability it may have to any parties interested in supplying the goods and services being procured and the University of Exeter shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered by any potential supplier.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Exeter is seeking quotations for the supply of two Grism Wheel's. For the avoidance of doubt: This procurement is not a Covered Procurement as defined under the Procurement Act 2023 and the University of Exeter is under no obligation to and will not be undertaking a tender exercise for these goods and/or services. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the University's procurement rules for the supply of goods and services https://www.exeter.ac.uk/departments/finance/buying/procurement/#a1. The University disclaims to the fullest extent possible any potential liability it may have to any parties interested in supplying the goods and services being procured and the University of Exeter shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered by any potential supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cea6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010423-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

38630000 - Astronomical and optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£24,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20251 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 EXETER
Additional Buyers

EUROPEAN UNION

Contact Name
Charlotte Osmond
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UCRYO UNIVERSAL CRYOGENICS

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