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title: "SQUID Magnetometer"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-edac09c9-3977-4461-8061-3604dc7f7d17"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
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# SQUID Magnetometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-edac09c9-3977-4461-8061-3604dc7f7d17

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed a procurement process for the supply and delivery of a SQUID magnetometer valued at £208,000. This contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically focusing on advanced scientific instruments. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 15 February 2017. The contract is active, commencing on 28 June 2017 and running until 27 June 2018. The item was to be delivered to Bristol, situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory equipment and scientific instrumentation, particularly those that offer advanced technology and expertise in cryogenic systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should take note, as there may be potential for collaboration or support roles in fulfilling such specialised supply needs. Companies engaged in research, development, and manufacturing of scientific tools could find this contract aligns well with their capabilities, potentially leading to further business growth and partnerships with established academic institutions like the University of Bristol.

## Notice

Supply & Delivery of one SQUID magnetometer with superconducting magnet and variable temperature insert in a liquid helium Dewar. The magnet should be capable of being operated in continuous, ramping, or persistent mode. The SQUID system should incorporate a variable temperature cryostat insert capable of operating from 350K to around 2K. The DC SQUID should allow to measure magnetic moments of 5x10(-8) emu from samples mounted in a pressure cell of ~20g weight.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e9813c6-9dff-43cd-a838-475cb93bfc5e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 27 Jun 2017 - 27 Jun 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £208,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS2 8BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LOT-QUANTUM DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2017 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e9813c6-9dff-43cd-a838-475cb93bfc5e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e9813c6-9dff-43cd-a838-475cb93bfc5e
  17th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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