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# Gas Detection Systems - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7c3483c-4135-4e8d-ac02-66ed3ac87c74

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## Summary

The University of Manchester is conducting the procurement process for the "Gas Detection Systems" contract, which is currently at the Award stage. This tender is classified under the goods category, specifically concerning gas-detection apparatus, and is located in Manchester, United Kingdom (postcode: M13 9PL). The contract period is set to commence on 15th June 2018 and will continue until 31st August 2018. The tender period officially closed on 11th June 2018. The awarded contract has a total value of £181,302 and was issued by The University of Manchester, a significant institution renowned for its world-class research facilities and ambitious educational agenda.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in gas detection systems and related technologies. Companies that can provide advanced gas detection apparatus, including both special and general systems for laboratory environments, would be well-suited to compete. As the equipment procured will support the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre—an initiative aimed at accelerating the research and commercialisation of graphene applications—suppliers in technology and safety sectors may find lucrative prospects by engaging in partnerships or collaborations stemming from this procurement.

## Notice

The University of Manchester is Britain's largest single-site university, with a proud history of achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future. The University provides world-class research facilities and undertakes research of international standing. It offers students a wide choice of degree programmes and options, and excellent facilities and student support services. The University employs over 12,000 staff and offers over 400 different degree courses. It comprises of three faculties with 23 academic schools and hundreds of specialist research groups. The University's cultural attractions include The Manchester Museum, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. The University also operates a thriving conference and meeting operation including a hotel and conference centre. Further details on the University can be found at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/Background information on Project The equipment is being purchased for the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre ("GEIC") at the University of Manchester. The GEIC is a PS60 million investment which will establish a state of the art research and technology development facility for graphene and related 2D materials. Projects in the GEIC will be industry-led and will focus on innovation and applications, with the aim of accelerating research through to products in the marketplace. The GEIC will house pilot production facilities and characterisation equipment. It will initially focus on a number of the University's world-class graphene application areas: energy, composites, formulations and coatings, electronics and membranes. Given the world leading graphene research at the University, it is expected that all the equipment in the GEIC will be cited in high profile academic publications as well as underpinning industrial collaboration projects, thus giving the equipment a high degree of exposure. The GEIC will be situated on the North Campus of The University of Manchester, comprise of ~8400 m2 and has been designed by world-renowned architect Rafael Vinoly. It is set to be open in summer 2018. Equipment purchased before the GEIC building is opened will be temporally commissioned elsewhere in the University campus, typically in the National Graphene Institute, and then moved into the GEIC once it is completed. For further information on the GEIC please see: http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ The GEIC equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Promoting Research and Innovation. Specification The University of Manchester (Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre) requires special and general gas detection systems to ensure the safe operation of several laboratories. We also require a number of portable gas detection monitor...

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce5f49b9-1d4f-4f58-b2fd-2d1e55342d10 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2018 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £181,302 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DRAEGER SAFETY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31625100 - Fire-detection systems
- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus
- 38431000 - Detection apparatus
- 38431100 - Gas-detection apparatus
- 38431200 - Smoke-detection apparatus

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2018 at 14:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce5f49b9-1d4f-4f58-b2fd-2d1e55342d10

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce5f49b9-1d4f-4f58-b2fd-2d1e55342d10
  25th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/
- http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/Background

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