Tender

2024-25/ 5170- Supply of a Multibeam Echosounder

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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Tender

15 Jul 2025 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds has initiated a procurement process for the supply of a multibeam echosounder, intended for use by the School of Geography in their glacial lake research. The research focuses on deriving bathymetric data and characterising glacier-lake interfaces at high-altitude glacial lakes in the Himalaya. As part of an open procurement process, this tender falls below the threshold, inviting open competition. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 5th August 2025. The contract, valued at £106,000, when awarded, will commence on 2nd November 2025 and conclude on 2nd November 2027. The University, a public authority sub-central government entity located in Leeds, serves as the contracting authority, with specific inquiries directed to Sam Greaves at the Purchasing Office.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in geophysical instruments, specifically echo sounders. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of demonstrating strong technical capability, compliance with specifications, robust warranty and aftersales support, efficient lead times, and a commitment to sustainability. Engaging in this competitive tender could position a business as a key supplier to the University of Leeds, potentially opening further opportunities within the academic and research sectors. Businesses located within or familiar with the UK market and regulatory requirements will find themselves at an advantage in meeting the tender criteria and specifications.

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Notice Title

2024-25/ 5170- Supply of a Multibeam Echosounder

Notice Description

The School of Geography at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for a multibeam echosounder for glacial lake research. This instrument will be used at high-altitude glacial lakes in the Himalaya to derive bathymetric data and characterise glacier-lake interfaces. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Echo-sounders./ENSZ6YKN9T To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ENSZ6YKN9T

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055f47
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039913-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38114000 - Echo sounders

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£106,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£106,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Sam Greaves
Contact Email
s.j.greaves@leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441133438178

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JT
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

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