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title: "GB-Bath: Gas Permeability Tester"
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# GB-Bath: Gas Permeability Tester

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3714c281-ff5f-46fe-a1f1-4504e8fe7e0a

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## Summary

The University of Bath is seeking suppliers for a contract titled "Gas Permeability Tester" in the goods category. The procurement stage is currently active with a contract value of £500,000. The deadline for the tender period is January 12, 2024, with the contract period starting on January 29 and ending on March 31, 2024. The University, located in Bath, South West United Kingdom, is looking for a gas permeability tester for scientific research and product testing, suitable for SMEs.

This tender by the University of Bath presents an opportunity for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) in the gas-detection apparatus industry to compete for a contract worth £500,000. Businesses involved in materials science, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceuticals would find this tender well-suited for their expertise. The University is open to economic operators that meet the set criteria, aiming to support SMEs in accessing procurement opportunities in the region.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 03 January 2024 for the following reason: 10. Deadline for Expression of Interest Amended to: Date: 19th January 2024 Time: 14:00(The University of Bath needs a gas permeability tester (or a set) for scientific research and product testing in various disciplines such as materials science, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceuticals. The equipment will be used to study gas penetration (e.g. moisture vapour, O2, CO2, H2) in diverse samples like films, sheets, membranes, panels, metal foils, and packages. It should provide accurate data on gas permeability rate under changing conditions like temperature, humidity, and sample size.) 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/2dd073e4-5eff-409b-afa9-c77c732d9dad |
| 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 | 3 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BATH |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 7AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bathwick |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38431100 - Gas-detection apparatus

## Release History

- 3 Jan 2024 at 17:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd073e4-5eff-409b-afa9-c77c732d9dad
- 21 Dec 2023 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd073e4-5eff-409b-afa9-c77c732d9dad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dd073e4-5eff-409b-afa9-c77c732d9dad
  3rd January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bath:-Gas-Permeability-Tester/P6VZ6H6Z56
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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