Award

Heat Flow Meter Machine

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Nov 2025 at 09:51

Tender

30 Oct 2025 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford, a public authority classified as sub-central government, has completed its procurement process for the supply of a Heat Flow Meter Machine. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically heating equipment, and involves below threshold - open competition. Located in Salford, United Kingdom, the University sought to procure a machine to measure thermal conductivity of materials. The process began with a tender announced on 30th October 2025, with submission deadlines on 5th November 2025. Following the assessment, Waters TA Instruments was awarded the contract on 5th November 2025, valued at £41,939.40 GBP, with the contract term running from 6th November 2025 to 9th February 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, especially those providing analytical and heating solutions. Firms with experience in manufacturing or supplying testing equipment for materials would find this type of procurement beneficial for growth. Medium to large-scale enterprises, and those familiar with providing intricate equipment compatible with existing systems such as the FOX machines, were well-suited to compete. The procurement method of open competition ensures a transparent and competitive environment, fostering equal opportunities for potential suppliers.

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Notice Title

Heat Flow Meter Machine

Notice Description

The University of Salford request the supply of a Heat Flow meter machine to measure thermal conductivity rapidly for medium to high density materials. With the below specification: * Sample Diameter 51mm (2") * Temperature range -10deg C - 110degC * Temperature Resolution +- 0.01 degC * Thermal Conductivity Range 0.1 to 10 W/(mK) (0.633 to 60.3BTU in/hr ft2 @F) * Thermal Resistance Range 0.003 to 0.05 m2K/W * Heat Flux Transducers Area 25 x 25mm (1 sq. in.) * Compatible with other FOX machines and software that are present in the lab including the FOX600, FOX300 and FOX800.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d758
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071491-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

39715200 - Heating equipment

44115220 - Heating materials

48460000 - Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£38,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£41,939 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 2025 - 9 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-finance@salford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERS TA INSTRUMENTS

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