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title: "GB-Bath: Mercury Intrusion Porosimeter"
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# GB-Bath: Mercury Intrusion Porosimeter

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e2ce092-4a4a-4131-ba2d-93125165b6a0

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## Summary

The University of Bath is seeking tenders for the procurement of a mercury intrusion porosimeter, which plays a crucial role in research related to Civil Engineering, particularly in analysing the porosity of construction materials. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under CPV code 38400000, focusing on instruments for checking physical characteristics. The open procurement method allows for wider participation, with tenders due by 22nd January 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 29th January 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2021, with an estimated contract value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £50,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific instruments or related fields to expand their business. Potential bidders should focus on providing high-quality equipment and support services suited for research applications in materials science and engineering. The University of Bath's emphasis on SME participation indicates a favourable environment for new entrants and established businesses aiming to collaborate with a prominent academic institution.

## Notice

The University of Bath require a mercury intrusion porosimeter to provide detailed information about the porosity of materials. The instrument will be primarily used for research in the field of Civil Engineering, analysing construction related materials such as traditional and novel cements and mortars in powder and solid form, as well as soil-based samples. 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/4b863599-a07f-4a7f-9b00-3d4931ae0595 |
| 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 | 8 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2021 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b863599-a07f-4a7f-9b00-3d4931ae0595

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b863599-a07f-4a7f-9b00-3d4931ae0595
  8th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bath:-Mercury-Intrusion-Porosimeter/J5FUYHMHNQ
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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