Tender

.2025-26/5407- Supply of a Closed-cycle Optical Cryostat

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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Tender

02 Oct 2025 at 15:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds is currently in the tender stage for the supply of a closed-cycle optical cryostat, intended for use with optoelectronic devices. Classified under the 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipments', this procurement falls within the goods category. Prospective suppliers should be aware that the tender method is an open competition, with the submission deadline set for 23rd October 2025 at 10:00 AM BST. The tender is valued at £60,000 and will be conducted electronically, ensuring a streamlined process for participants. Located in Leeds, the University of Leeds serves as the buying organisation, and any inquiries should be directed to their Purchasing Office.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the optical and laboratory equipment sectors, particularly those focused on precision instruments. Companies with expertise in technical capability, warranty, aftersales service, lead time, and sustainability will be well positioned to compete, as these factors will form the criteria for award evaluation. As the contract is scheduled to start on 1st December 2025 and run for a year, winning this tender could enhance the supplier’s profile in both academic and commercial markets, fostering further business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

.2025-26/5407- Supply of a Closed-cycle Optical Cryostat

Notice Description

The University of Leeds is seeking tenders for an efficient, lightweight closed-cycle optical cryostat. The cryostat should have optical access and will be used for cooling active optoelectronic devices. The entire system, including any cooler required should be capable of operation from standard UK 13-amp sockets. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Laboratory%2C-optical-and-precision-equipments-%28excl.-glasses%29./64PU3ZARCH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/64PU3ZARCH

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a739
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061873-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 1 Dec 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
s.j.greaves@leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441133438178

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JZ
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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