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title: "High Pressure Freezing Workflow"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
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# High Pressure Freezing Workflow

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a91a45dc-833f-4966-8036-89be62343c0c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Exeter seeking to enhance its bioimaging facility through the acquisition of a high pressure freezing workflow. This tender is classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, specifically related to freezers. The contract was awarded on 16th July 2019, and covers a contract period starting on 31st July 2019 and ending on 31st July 2020. The procurement method was an open procedure, allowing various suppliers to participate, with the tender period concluding on 14th June 2019. The delivery location is in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those offering high pressure freezers and related installation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-positioned to compete, given the suitability designation. By engaging in this tender, businesses can gain valuable experience and establish partnerships in the academic sector, thus enhancing their market presence and opportunities for future contracts.

## Notice

The provision and installation of a high pressure freezing workflow for the bioimaging facility at the University of Exeter. The workflow should consist of a high pressure freezer instrument and a freeze substitution unit.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0d3de85-5134-4794-b8e3-a4f57751a0b2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2019 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £285,473 |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LABTECH INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39711120 - Freezers

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2019 at 10:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0d3de85-5134-4794-b8e3-a4f57751a0b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0d3de85-5134-4794-b8e3-a4f57751a0b2
  3rd August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=28481&B=EXETER
  Documents available for download using the above link.
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  Documents available for download using the above link.

## Notice URLs

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

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