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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1314 Desiccant Dryer, Nitrogen Generator and Oil Free Compressors"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-1314 Desiccant Dryer, Nitrogen Generator and Oil Free Compressors

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7761033e-76f4-4e87-aeae-030fa3e0f53e

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves UK Research & Innovation, which has awarded a contract titled "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1314 Desiccant Dryer, Nitrogen Generator and Oil Free Compressors." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on air compressors. The contract is located in Swindon, South East England, and was awarded on January 29, 2021, following the completion of its tender period that ended on the same day. The value of the contract is £175,606.25, and the contract period runs from February 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying industrial equipment, particularly in the air compressor sector. Companies specialising in the production of heated desiccant dryers and nitrogen generators may find this contract particularly relevant. Given the nature of the procurement, larger companies with extensive capabilities in supplying goods to scientific and technological facilities would be well-suited to compete in future related tenders, potentially leading to further growth and expansion within the industry.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the purchase of heated desiccant dryers, nitrogen generators and oil free compressors for the Science and Technology Facilities Council's (STFC) Central Laser Facility. This Contract was awarded following a competitive quotation process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501104c7-3316-42be-b370-1aae5d6477c8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,606 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £175,606 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACTIV-AIR AUTOMATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42123400 - Air compressors

## Release History

- 1 Feb 2021 at 11:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501104c7-3316-42be-b370-1aae5d6477c8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501104c7-3316-42be-b370-1aae5d6477c8
  1st February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=565401447
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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