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title: "GB-Bath: Contact cooling helium-based closed cycle cryostat system"
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# GB-Bath: Contact cooling helium-based closed cycle cryostat system

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-437b1480-2288-40e2-8979-3a6471128fb0

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## Summary

The University of Bath is currently conducting a public procurement process for a contact cooling helium-based closed cycle cryostat system, essential for their research into composite structures for zero-emission aerospace applications. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically classified as freezing equipment (CPV code 42513100). The tender was published on 30 March 2022 and is set to close for submissions by 13 April 2022. The contractual period for this procurement is expected to commence from 9 May 2022 and will last until 16 May 2022, with a minimum contract value of £50,000 and a maximum value of £100,000. Interested suppliers will respond to the open procedure invitation.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the provision of scientific equipment and technology solutions. Businesses that possess expertise in cryogenic systems, as well as those experienced in similar high-tech research tools, will be well-suited to contend for this contract. SMEs are encouraged to leverage their agility and innovative capabilities to meet the University of Bath's requirements, thereby potentially enhancing their market presence in the aerospace research sector.

## Notice

To support its research into composite structures for zero-emission aerospace, The University of Bath requires a contact cooling helium-based closed cycle cryostat system for cooling of materials to below 20 Kelvin during structural/material mechanical (compression/tension) testing. 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. To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ST5A5724Q4

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0950a5a-a180-48fd-8fd8-f49610b79d24 |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 May 2022 - 16 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42513100 - Freezing equipment

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2022 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0950a5a-a180-48fd-8fd8-f49610b79d24

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0950a5a-a180-48fd-8fd8-f49610b79d24
  30th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bath:-Contact-cooling-helium-based-closed-cycle-cryostat-system/ST5A5724Q4
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ST5A5724Q4

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