--- title: "GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: TeT21/0047 Provision of Thermal vacuum chamber for satellite component testing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE" published: "2022-01-18" --- # GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: TeT21/0047 Provision of Thermal vacuum chamber for satellite component testing Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2b45d100-f0c0-4b00-a6c9-4f81af37db5d.json) ## Summary Northumbria University at Newcastle is currently seeking bids for the provision of a Thermal vacuum chamber for satellite component testing, classified under the thermal insulation work industry category. The tender was published on 13th January 2022, with an amendment announced on 18th January 2022 extending the submission deadline to 27th January 2022. This procurement, valued between £100,000 and £500,000, is being conducted through an open procedure, with the contract period running from 14th February 2022 to 23rd February 2023. The chamber is to be delivered to a laboratory setting in Newcastle Upon Tyne, specifically located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory equipment and engineering services. Businesses that provide thermal control systems, vacuum technology, and relevant laboratory apparatus will find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities. The detailed specifications underscore the need for precision engineering, which further supports the potential for SMEs with expertise in advanced manufacturing and innovative technology solutions to successfully compete for this contract. ## Notice NOTE: This notice was updated on 18 January 2022 for the following reason: Extended submission date for EOIs/bids(We require a vacuum chamber with pumps and thermal plate capable of reaching 10-6 mbar pressure, or below, with a thermal control system for the internal volume that allows fixed and cycling temperatures between -35 and +100 degrees C. The internal volume of the chamber should accommodate a test unit of minimum size 350mm x 100mm x 100mm (i.e. the internal volume should be at minimum 500mm x 300mm x 300mm), however larger internal volume is desirable. The chamber should have at least one feed through for power and data communications to the device inside such that tests of electronics can be controlled from outside of the chamber. The system should include any temperature and pressure sensors required for accurate operation. The system should not require cryogenic cooling or any form of liquid nitrogen supply, and be suitable for installation in a laboratory setting on the second floor. The system should include all pumping, cooling, command and control devices required for complete functionality.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c6e8cdb-b8ee-4217-b4e6-2ff6fd0d02a3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Feb 2022 - 23 Feb 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE1 8ST | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Electoral ward | Monument | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 33157500 - Hyperbaric chambers - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38436730 - Continuous-flow chambers for ultrasound disintegrators - 42122500 - Laboratory pumps and accessories - 44111520 - Thermal insulating material - 45321000 - Thermal insulation work ## Release History - 18 Jan 2022 at 14:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c6e8cdb-b8ee-4217-b4e6-2ff6fd0d02a3 - 13 Jan 2022 at 15:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c6e8cdb-b8ee-4217-b4e6-2ff6fd0d02a3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c6e8cdb-b8ee-4217-b4e6-2ff6fd0d02a3 18th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne:-TeT21/0047-Provision-of-Thermal-vacuum-chamber-for-satellite-component-testing/V7U3SS26GX Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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