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title: "CEFAS21-132 RFQ for nitrogen gas generator"
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# CEFAS21-132 RFQ for nitrogen gas generator

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd9c8c7d-3cae-41d0-8fb8-3f3541dfb7ef

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the acquisition of a nitrogen gas generator by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, aimed at supporting the Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft. This open procurement, classified under the goods category with a CPV code for gas generators, was initiated through a tender process that concluded on 11th January 2022. The contract was awarded on 19th January 2022, with a total contract value of £15,000, and the expected delivery of the equipment is scheduled between 24th January 2022 and 24th February 2022, underscoring the urgency as delivery must be completed before or during the week commencing 21st March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-purity gas generation equipment and technical installations, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the outlined specifications for nitrogen gas purity and flow rate. Companies capable of ensuring timely delivery and installation will find this contract appealing, as timely execution is critical to the buyer’s operational timeline. Participation in this procurement could lead to further contracts within the scientific and research sector, showcasing the need for reliable suppliers in this niche market.

## Notice

The Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Cefas Lowestoft has a requirement for one (1) nitrogen gas generator to supply the source of one Orbitrap Exploris(tm) 120 mass spectrometer from Thermo Scientific. Requirement: One (1) nitrogen gas generator capable of supplying nitrogen gas to meet the following requirements: - Nitrogen gas purity of 99% or better (high purity) - Flow rate generated of 35 L/min, or higher, but no more than 45L/min. - Generated pressure of 0.6 MPa +- 0.05 MPa Delivery and Installation Requirements: It is important to Cefas that delivery is made before or during WC 21st March 2022 to ensure payment by end of FY. If delivery cannot be accommodated in this timeframe, Cefas reserve the right to withdraw from the exercise or request additional documentation to be provided as evidence of ownership.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34923975-a7cb-477d-8256-ac3fdb6e00ec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 24 Jan 2022 - 24 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UVISON TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42980000 - Gas generators

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2022 at 11:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34923975-a7cb-477d-8256-ac3fdb6e00ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34923975-a7cb-477d-8256-ac3fdb6e00ec
  21st February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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