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title: "Provision of a He-3 Refrigerator"
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# Provision of a He-3 Refrigerator

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bedcb3ea-dab0-4d60-b0a9-9ae35f3c6662

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## Summary

The University of Southampton issued a tender for the supply of a He-3 refrigerator, aimed at facilitating physics experiments with levitated optomechanics at low temperatures. The procurement process, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment (CPV code 38000000), followed an open procedure and has been completed, with a total contract value of £100,650. The tender reached its conclusion on 27 March 2018, after bids were accepted until 8 March 2018. The contract is set to commence on 31 August 2018 and will run until 30 August 2020, with delivery expected in the South East of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory instruments and related technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in precision equipment should consider competing, as this contract aligns with their capabilities. Engaging with the University of Southampton can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish lasting relationships within the academic research community, leading to further growth and collaboration opportunities.

## Notice

Notice for the award of a contract for the provision of a He-3 refrigerator to allow for physics experiments with levitated optomechanics at low temperatures.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/572b53be-6697-4b5d-9e45-d3f3eb7c8581 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Aug 2018 - 30 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,650 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ICEOXFORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2018 at 12:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/572b53be-6697-4b5d-9e45-d3f3eb7c8581

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/572b53be-6697-4b5d-9e45-d3f3eb7c8581
  21st August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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