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title: "Prior Information Notice - Dry Dilution Fridge"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e4c72a98-9d7c-480d-93c8-0934716985fc"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY"
published: "2020-08-18"
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# Prior Information Notice - Dry Dilution Fridge

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4c72a98-9d7c-480d-93c8-0934716985fc

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory is seeking tenders for a project titled "Prior Information Notice - Dry Dilution Fridge," which falls under the industry category of Laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a contract period set to begin on 30th September 2020 and conclude by 1st March 2021. The delivery location for this procurement is in London, United Kingdom. The future notice for submissions is due on 18th August 2020, marking an important deadline for interested parties.

This procurement opportunity specifically targets businesses skilled in designing and supplying advanced laboratory equipment, particularly those with expertise in 3He dilution refrigerators and related technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria outlined. Competing firms may include manufacturers of high-performance scientific instruments, refrigeration experts, and electronics providers, thus creating a robust opportunity for growth within the scientific equipment supply sector.

## Notice

ESTIMATED critical parameters for specification: - 3He dilution refrigerator with pulse tube refrigerator to provide dry operation. - Base temperature 200 mW - Full thermometry suite including temperature controllers - Includes full charge of 3He - 4 r.f. lines and connectors to 40GHz, from RT to mixing chamber plate - 24 low frequency lines - 1T up to 8T magnet (bore >70mm) including magnet power supply - Stand for Dry Dilution Fridge and rack for associated electronics - Overall height not to exceed 2800mm, including pipework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fde14f14-79b4-4d95-804d-7254b3a5ec94 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 18 Aug 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2020 - 1 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY |
| Locality | TEDDINGTON |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW11 0LW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Teddington |
| Westminster constituency | Twickenham |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2020 at 09:53 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fde14f14-79b4-4d95-804d-7254b3a5ec94

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fde14f14-79b4-4d95-804d-7254b3a5ec94
  18th August 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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