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title: "Optical Cryostat"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3ecab877-b569-462e-a127-34c19f5eef20"
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buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY"
published: "2017-02-09"
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# Optical Cryostat

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3ecab877-b569-462e-a127-34c19f5eef20

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Lancaster University for the supply of a Low vibration, liquid helium free optical cryostat. This tender, identified as SP/17/831, falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a contract value between £120,000 and £150,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period concludes on 2nd March 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 9th March 2017 and last for one year until 8th March 2018. The products will be delivered to Lancaster, North West, United Kingdom.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses that specialise in the manufacturing and supply of high-tech equipment, particularly those focused on laboratory and optical devices. Companies able to meet the specifications of highly technical products and those with the capacity to deliver within the specified timeline will find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their market presence in the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the supply of a Low vibration, liquid helium free (dry) optical cryostat. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11993585-af97-4b1d-86c0-501e8555736c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2017 - 8 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2017 at 09:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11993585-af97-4b1d-86c0-501e8555736c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11993585-af97-4b1d-86c0-501e8555736c
  9th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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