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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of Hydrogen Processing of Magnetic Scrap (HPMS) Vessel to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of Hydrogen Processing of Magnetic Scrap (HPMS) Vessel to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c3e0f60b-bd0a-437f-bfcd-dc7ad3e7419d

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has issued a contract for the supply and installation of a Hydrogen Processing of Magnetic Scrap (HPMS) Vessel, valued at approximately £442,990. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to laboratory and precision equipment. The open tender process concluded on 21 October 2020, with the contract period commencing on 22 October 2020 and extending until 30 June 2021. The contract aims to facilitate the university's contributions to the European Union's Horizon 2020 project, focusing on innovative recycling techniques for rare-earth magnets in Birmingham, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing, engineering, and environmental technology, particularly those experienced in hydrogen processing and recycling technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate innovative solutions to meet the project requirements may find a competitive advantage in this procurement. The focus on sustainable practices aligns with current industry trends, suggesting that companies engaged in sustainable materials management and recycling are particularly well-suited to participate.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of Hydrogen Processing of Magnetic Scrap (HPMS) Vessel to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e0304d1-2fe3-411b-a1f7-532de13e677c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2020 - 30 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £442,990 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £442,990 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MUT ADVANCE HEATING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 31630000 - Magnets
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 44615000 - Pressure vessels

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2020 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e0304d1-2fe3-411b-a1f7-532de13e677c
- 24 Jun 2020 at 14:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e039f156-aed7-49bd-9879-d92d26675725

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e0304d1-2fe3-411b-a1f7-532de13e677c
  3rd December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e039f156-aed7-49bd-9879-d92d26675725
  24th June 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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