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title: "Controlled Environment Chambers (Gloveboxes) - AWARD"
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# Controlled Environment Chambers (Gloveboxes) - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04c87a4e-5932-4621-817a-eaad91e3c9c1

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has completed the procurement process for purchasing controlled environment chambers, specifically gloveboxes designed for handling air- and moisture-sensitive materials. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a total contract value of £85,000. The contract period spans from 27th October 2020 to 31st March 2021, and the procurement method used was an open procedure. The tender period ended on 25th September 2020, and the delivery location is in Greater Manchester, within the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment, particularly those dealing with scientific innovations in controlled environments. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying laboratory equipment may find this tender appealing, especially those focused on sustainable materials innovation. Engaging with the University of Manchester and similar organisations can foster business growth and enhance market presence in the scientific equipment industry.

## Notice

The University of Manchester wishes to purchase controlled environment chambers; specifically gloveboxes, for handling air- and moisture-sensitive materials in a controlled/inert environment. This scientific equipment will be housed within the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the University of Manchester. The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2980ebca-e394-4a9f-ae78-e0477d77d336 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,932 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MBRAUN INERTGAS-SYSTEME |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2021 at 09:13 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2980ebca-e394-4a9f-ae78-e0477d77d336
- 8 Oct 2020 at 10:10 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2980ebca-e394-4a9f-ae78-e0477d77d336
- 8 Oct 2020 at 10:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2980ebca-e394-4a9f-ae78-e0477d77d336

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2980ebca-e394-4a9f-ae78-e0477d77d336
  15th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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