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PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

University of Glasgow

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Apr 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

01 Nov 2024 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow, serving as the buying organisation, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a dilution refrigerator with extremely low temperatures, under the title "PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures". This procurement falls under the "Education" industry category and involves the delivery of goods specifically to Glasgow. The contracting process was conducted using the open procedure method and has advanced to the award stage, evidenced by a contract awarded to Oxford Instruments. This contract, signed on April 25, 2025, is valued at £446,500 and marks the completion of the process initiated via an open tender which concluded its submission phase on December 3, 2024. The process aligns with the objectives of the wider Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) framework.

The contract offers notable opportunities for entities engaged in the manufacturing of high-precision cryogenic equipment, particularly those capable of meeting specifications such as achieving milliKelvin temperatures and providing significant cooling power. Given the technical emphasis on quality, businesses that excel in providing detailed technical specifications stand a competitive chance. Opportunities for growth exist especially for large-scale manufacturers capable of offering extensive warranty, support, and maintenance services, as evident from the winning bid by a large supplier. Moreover, the inclusion of community benefits and engagement with diversity and vocational training policies underscores additional avenues for businesses prioritising corporate social responsibility. This procurement offers a robust platform for expanding business within the educational sector and fostering innovation in advanced scientific equipment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

Renewal: Period Of 1 Year With The Option To Extend For 9 X 1 Year For Maintenance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000782051
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529324
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£446,500 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Oxford Instruments

Further Information

Notice Documents

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