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# Procurement of a Cryogen Free Measurement System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60739941-5e29-48c2-a41d-64ebcaa2f69a

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract for the procurement of a Cryogen Free Measurement System. This equipment is intended for the Quantum and Soft Matter research theme in the School of Physics, Faculty of Science and Engineering. The system includes a state-of-the-art closed cycle cryostat and a superconducting magnet capable of applying high fields to samples. The total contract value is £113,000, and the contract period is from June 10, 2024, to June 9, 2027. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the tender period ended on May 9, 2024.

This procurement process presents opportunities for businesses that deal with laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete for this tender. The University of Bristol, as the buying organisation, is located in Bristol, South West England. The procurement stage is complete with the contract awarded. Businesses interested in supplying goods related to measuring quantities and testing apparatus could find this tender suitable for business growth.

## Notice

University of Bristol has awarded a Cryogen Free Measurement System The equipment will form part of the wider Quantum and Soft Matter (QSM) research theme's capabilities in the School of Physics, Faculty of Science and Engineering, at the University of Bristol. The QSM theme is recognised as one of the UK's leading centres in the study of quantum materials - notably exotic / high temperature superconducting and magnetic materials. Research in the QSM theme has attracted significant research income over the last decades, including a helium liquefier, a range of 'wet' cryogenic systems, as well as hosting a Centre for Doctoral Training in Condensed Matter Physics. Given the recent challenges around the price and availability of helium globally, this turn-key closed-cycle system will provide a key additional level of flexibility and fast-turnaround for sample screening and basic characterisation, before utilising lower temperature and/or higher magnetic field measurements either in Bristol or at a range of facilities worldwide. The equipment is comprised of two main components: (1) a state-of-the-art closed cycle cryostat with base temperature better than 1.8 K; (2) a superconducting magnet capable of applying fields in excess of 7 Tesla with high uniformity to a sample stage mounted inside the cryostat.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07bcc0-39a5-4a79-b2c6-65e390ba9479 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 8 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2024 - 9 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £113,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CRYOGENIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2024 at 14:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07bcc0-39a5-4a79-b2c6-65e390ba9479
- 28 Mar 2024 at 18:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d799153-37f4-47c3-bb64-784e56a06ce0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07bcc0-39a5-4a79-b2c6-65e390ba9479
  10th June 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d799153-37f4-47c3-bb64-784e56a06ce0
  28th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tenders.bris.ac.uk

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