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title: "GB-Leeds: E/3684- Supply of a Cryostat and Temperature Controller"
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# GB-Leeds: E/3684- Supply of a Cryostat and Temperature Controller

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd0d4fc5-abb3-4304-ab2e-fe54c47c6e2d

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## Summary

The University of Leeds has successfully completed a procurement process for the supply of a low-vibration, closed-cycle optical cryostat and temperature controller, specifically designed for active cooling applications. This tender, identified as GB-Leeds: E/3684, falls under the goods category, with a contract value of £41,629. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure, with the tender closing on 14 January 2020. The contract period is set to run from 17 March 2020 to 17 March 2023, and the delivery will take place in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of scientific and laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in temperature regulation technologies. Companies that can manufacture or supply items fitting the described specifications, especially those with existing capabilities in cryogenics or optical equipment, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Additionally, potential suppliers should consider establishing relationships with research institutions or universities to further enhance their prospects in the public procurement arena.

## Notice

Notice of award of a low-vibration, closed-cycle optical cryostat and temperature controller. A cryostat is required for active cooling of a quantum-cascade laser (QCL) to < 50 K, and for measurements of its optical and electrical characteristics.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dc45f99-a079-4cc0-a381-a88655d5ae3e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2020 - 17 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,629 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,629 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42131130 - Temperature regulators

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2020 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dc45f99-a079-4cc0-a381-a88655d5ae3e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dc45f99-a079-4cc0-a381-a88655d5ae3e
  21st February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=475317655
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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