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UKRI-4236 attoDRY800 with Vacuum Transfer Shroud

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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13 Jan 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed the procurement process for an attoDRY800 with Vacuum Transfer Shroud, classified under CPV code 38000000 for Laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses). The procurement process involved a "limited" method without prior publication of a call for competition, justified by the technical necessity to source from a specific supplier. The contract, aimed at enhancing cryogenic optical fluorescence microscopy capabilities, requires delivery to Oxfordshire. The contract was awarded to Attocube Systems AG, a company based in Germany, with the contract signed on 14th August 2024.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialised in high-precision laboratory and cryogenic equipment, particularly those that can offer unique technical solutions which ensure compatibility and operational efficiency. Companies with expertise or existing integrations with UKRI platforms would find this contract highly beneficial for fostering long-term growth and establishing a strong foothold in the research and innovation sector. The procurement of this specialised equipment underlines the importance of technical compatibility and proprietary technology in maintaining and advancing research infrastructure.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4236 attoDRY800 with Vacuum Transfer Shroud

Notice Description

UKRI wishes to establish a contract for a cryostat platform for the cryogenic optical fluorescence microscopy.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI wishes to q contract for a cryostat platform for the cryogenic optical fluorescence microscopy.

Procurement Information

UKRI is sourcing the equipment from this particular supplier because we already have similar machines in operation, which ensures compatibility, streamlined maintenance, and operational efficiency. Additionally, this choice safeguards the intellectual property rights (IPR) associated with the equipment, as using another supplier could introduce risks to proprietary technology and hinder seamless integration with our existing systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cfb4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001104-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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
13 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20241 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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1235446553

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATTOCUBE SYSTEMS

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