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Purchase of High Voltage Pulse Generator

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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24 Jul 2025 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University has completed the procurement process for the "Purchase of High Voltage Pulse Generator," under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement followed a direct method below the threshold without competition, indicating a streamlined process. Based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, the contracting authority aligns with Welsh devolved regulations. The process reached the award stage, with the contract for goods awarded to FID GmbH, a large-scale German supplier. The contract commenced on 6th June 2025 and will conclude on 1st September 2025, with a total value of £42,065.70.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory and optical equipment. Companies with expertise in producing or supplying high voltage pulse generators, particularly those capable of meeting bespoke university requirements, would find this contract advantageous. While the procurement method excluded competition, indicating a direct award due to specific requirements, similar businesses can benefit from understanding the needs of public institutions, potentially preparing for future tenders in similar sectors. Small to large enterprises focusing on bespoke technical manufacturing may find future direct opportunities like this beneficial for expanding their presence within academic and research institutions.

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Notice Title

Purchase of High Voltage Pulse Generator

Notice Description

Cardiff University is intending to award a contract for Purchase of High Voltage Pulse Generator

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0565ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042877-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£42,065 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jun 2025 - 1 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rogalaa@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FID

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