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title: "GB-Bath: Glass Absorption Unit"
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# GB-Bath: Glass Absorption Unit

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65de779b-91e3-4f1a-9ec3-9fe64f7a56a5

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## Summary

The University of Bath is conducting a public procurement process titled "GB-Bath: Glass Absorption Unit," aimed at acquiring a pilot-scale absorption column along with necessary peripheral equipment. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment sector, and will take place in Bath, South West England. This open tender has a deadline for submissions set for 12th December 2016, with a contract period beginning on 19th December 2016 and ending on 30th June 2017. The estimated contract value ranges from a minimum of £100,000 to a maximum of £500,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment and precision instrumentation. Businesses equipped to provide advanced technical solutions and supporting structures for absorption columns are particularly well-suited to compete. With the University of Bath specifically encouraging SME participation, this is an ideal opportunity for relevant businesses seeking to expand their market presence and establish partnerships with a reputable academic institution.

## Notice

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath intends to purchase a pilot-scale absorption column (packed with random packing e.g. Pall or Raschig rings or structured packing) with peripheral equipment (pumps, flow-rate regulators, instrumentation, support structure, etc.). 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. Tender documentation and submissions are via www.delta-esourcing.com using these tender details: Contract Reference: 229110982 Access Code: 6WA62EYH46

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa70d20-cee6-4c03-b79b-5b6504e55dea |
| 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 | 28 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Dec 2016 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| 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

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

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2016 at 10:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa70d20-cee6-4c03-b79b-5b6504e55dea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa70d20-cee6-4c03-b79b-5b6504e55dea
  28th November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=229111506
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