--- title: "Helium Leak Detectors (x2)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2017-03-08" --- # Helium Leak Detectors (x2) Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f20761f5-3217-4757-858d-c0d2e9d4da2f.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is seeking tenders for the purchase of two Helium Leak Detectors as part of the establishment of its Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC), located in Manchester, United Kingdom. This procurement process is in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 28 March 2017. The project falls under the goods category, specifically concerning detection and analysis apparatus. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 12 April 2017 and conclude by 30 June 2017. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing any interested party to submit a tender. This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses within the research, laboratory equipment, and materials innovation sectors, particularly those specialising in detection apparatus or similar technologies. Companies that are SMEs would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, as the University of Manchester is known for fostering collaboration with industry-led projects and innovation. Engaging in this procurement can help businesses enhance their visibility and establish partnerships with a leading academic institution involved in high-profile graphene research. ## Notice 1. Background information on The University of Manchester 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/ 2. 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 ?60 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 Vi?oly. 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. 3. Project Overview This equipment will be used to find leaks in vacuum systems as part of the test facilities within the laboratories and pilot hall for the Graphene Engineer... Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Funding Description 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2249c5cf-9215-4b3c-a14e-7473acab2a98 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Apr 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics - 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus - 38431000 - Detection apparatus - 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring ## Release History - 8 Mar 2017 at 11:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2249c5cf-9215-4b3c-a14e-7473acab2a98 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2249c5cf-9215-4b3c-a14e-7473acab2a98 8th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ - http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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