---
title: "Autoclaves"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
published: "2019-04-04"
---

# Autoclaves

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699.json)

## Summary

The University of Plymouth is currently in the planning stage of a tender for the purchase of autoclaves, with engagement expected to conclude by 12 April 2019. This procurement pertains to the medical and laboratory equipment industry, specifically under the CPV classification "Autoclaves." Suppliers interested in participating in this tender will need to respond by the deadline set for the engagement process. The specified locations for delivery are within the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in laboratory equipment and medical device manufacturing. Companies that can supply both benchtop and large-scale autoclaves are particularly well-suited to compete, especially those able to meet the detailed specifications outlined by the University of Plymouth. This contract can foster partnerships and expand the supply chain for manufacturers in the relevant sectors, facilitating growth and innovation in the market.

## Notice

The University of Plymouth is hoping to purchase a number of autoclaves in the near future and would like to hear from any suppliers that have the ability to supply them. The specifications are as follows: Benchtop autoclave specification: (two autoclaves required, ideal situation) 40L capacity heater in chamber benchtop autoclave with the following features: Front loading Manual water fill Load sensed process timing 5 program memory or equivalent Routine programs for these instruments would be 115*C for 10 minutes, 121*C for 15 minutes and 123*C for 3 minutes. Large autoclave specification: (two autoclaves required, ideal situation) 400L capacity heater in chamber autoclave with the following features: Front loading Automatic water fill Vacuum pump for pre-cycle vacuum Load sensed process timing 5 program memory or equivalent Chamber of sufficient size to fit 6 metal discard containers of approximately 260mm H, 510mm W, 330mm D Loading trolley and shelves to fit above described discard containers 1 additional shelf for trolley to allow extra capacity for small items . Routine programs for these instruments would be 115*C for 10 minutes, 121*C for 15 minutes, and 126*C for 35 minutes with pre-cycle vacuum. Please email: procurement @plymouth.ac.uk with your interest.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6154c0-bf5f-4f7b-b7f8-8151ae9959ad |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 12 Apr 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33191110 - Autoclaves

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2019 at 09:38 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6154c0-bf5f-4f7b-b7f8-8151ae9959ad
- 26 Mar 2019 at 11:03 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6154c0-bf5f-4f7b-b7f8-8151ae9959ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6154c0-bf5f-4f7b-b7f8-8151ae9959ad
  4th April 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.plymouth.ac.uk

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8941b0e4-1ac5-4aca-bc25-35635e513699.json.