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title: "IUPC Laboratory Gases and Associated Equipment Framework Agreement"
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# IUPC Laboratory Gases and Associated Equipment Framework Agreement

Buyer: SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (SUPC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a998

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## Summary

The Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) has initiated a procurement process for the "IUPC Laboratory Gases and Associated Equipment Framework Agreement," focusing on the purchase of a variety of laboratory and workshop gases as well as associated equipment. This procurement, classified under the goods category and related specifically to gases, involves a procedural update reflecting a deadline of 31st August 2021 at 14:00. Located in Reading, UK, SUPC, a central purchasing body, facilitates agreements covering numerous institutions across higher education regional consortia, which integrate various members from across the UK.

This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial gases, medical gases, and related equipment and services. Companies capable of providing gas supplies, handling equipment, safety training, and maintenance services will find advantageous conditions to compete in this tender. Additionally, those with capabilities in responding to EU-funding-related contracts may benefit from increased business prospects as future call-off contracts may feature EU funding components.

## Notice

Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) is seeking to establish framework agreements for the purchase of a wide range of laboratory and workshop gases (including refrigerants) and associated equipment. This requirement automatically covers the members of the following higher education regional purchasing consortia; Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (SUPC), North East Universities Purchasing Consortium (NEUPC), North West Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC), London Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC), Higher Education Purchasing Consortium Wales (HEPCW), Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC), Marine Scotland, TUCO Purchasing Ltd and constituent bodies within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) (https://www.ukri.org/about-us/) participate as Full Members of LUPC via UK SBS.

### Lot Information

Compressed Industrial Gases

A range of Compressed Industrial Gases to be supplied, in rented cylinders of various sizes and bar pressures covering the range 'small cylinders', 'standard cylinders' and manifold cylinder packs. i. Industrial Oxygen (>=99.5%) ii. Air iii. Argon (>=99.998%) iv. Carbon Dioxide (>=99.8%) v. Nitrogen (Oxygen Free) (>=99.998%) vi. Hydrogen (High Purity) (>=99.995%) vii. Acetylene (Dissolved) (>=98.5%) viii. Propane Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: This agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with a further 12 month option available.

Compressed Medical Gases

A range of Compressed Medical Gases and gas mixtures, to be supplied in rented cylinders of various sizes to those Participating Institutions that are permitted to use medical gases. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with a further 12 month option available.

Compressed Research/Special Gases and Gas Mixtures

A range of Compressed Research/Special Gases and Gas Mixtures (that are not already covered under Lots 1 and 2), to be supplied in rented cylinders of various sizes. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with a further 12 month option available.

Solid Carbon Dioxide (CO2, 'Dry Ice')

Solid Carbon Dioxide to be supplied in the forms of pellets. A very small quantity in other solid forms including blocks may also be ordered through the agreement. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with a further 12 month option available.

Liquid Helium

Liquid Helium to be supplied in both rented cryogenic pressure vessels and in Participating Institutions' own cryogenic pressure vessels of various sizes. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with a further 12 month option available.

Liquid Nitrogen and other Cryo Liquids in Small vessels

Liquid Nitrogen and to a much lesser extent, liquid Argon, Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide is supplied in both rented cryogenic pressure vessels and in Participating Institution's own cryogenic pressure vessels of various sizes. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Liquid Nitrogen in Bulk

Liquid Nitrogen to be supplied with a transfer pressure of 1 Bar to specific Participating Institutions in both owned and rented bulk vessels of various sizes. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Gas Regulators and Handling Equipment

A range of equipment for use with gas cylinders, cryogenic pressure vessels etc., to handle and monitor gases (including the service, repair and calibration of these items of equipment where appropriate). Prices are also requested for the inspection and certification of Gas Handling Equipment and for Service, Repair and Calibration services for Gas Handing Equipment. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Assorted Fixtures and Fittings including Inspection and Maintenance

A range of assorted fixtures and fittings for use with gas cylinders, cryogenic pressure vessels etc., to handle and distribute gases (including inspection and maintenance where appropriate). Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Dispensing Gases and Associated Systems

To supply a range of bar dispensing gas including but not limited to high purity, food grade Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide and various mixtures thereof. Gas storage and blending systems may be required by Participating Institutions and shall be quoted for on request. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Gas Safety Training Courses

To provide a range of Safety Training Courses or Workshops, which cover issues around the safe storage, handling and usage of Gases. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Manifold Services including annual servicing and maintenance

To provide a range of Manifold Servicing, which include the pipework connected to the manifolds themselves. This would need to be done in accordance to the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 and with guidance and recommendation from BCGA (specifically code of practice 39). To provide written schemes of examinations in conjunction with the Member Institution Insurance Inspector or delegated representative. This activity may also be carried out separately to any service. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

Tanks - including annual servicing maintenance (Liquid Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon)

To provide a range of tanks which hold Liquid Nitrogen, Oxygen or Argon, sizes if which vary from 25L to 500L. Dewars provided for rental must be serviced by the rental service provider on a periodic basis as recommended under PSSR 2000 and BCGA guidance. To provide servicing for smaller, Institution owned dewars, as requested. Additional information: This Contract Notice is being published on OJEU in addition to Find a Tender in order to satisfy potential EU funding requirements. The rights of EU bidders to participate in this procurement process are set out in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement.

Options: The agreement is initially for a period of 36 months with one further 12 month option available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018675-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £67,400,000 |
| Lots value | £67,426,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTHERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM (SUPC) |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 6BU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Hillside |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 24 - Chemical products
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 09122100 - Propane gas
- 09122200 - Butane gas
- 24100000 - Gases
- 24110000 - Industrial gases
- 24111000 - Hydrogen, argon, rare gases, nitrogen and oxygen
- 24111100 - Argon
- 24111200 - Rare gases
- 24111300 - Helium
- 24111400 - Neon
- 24111500 - Medical gases
- 24111600 - Hydrogen
- 24111700 - Nitrogen
- 24111800 - Liquid nitrogen
- 24111900 - Oxygen
- 24112000 - Inorganic oxygen compounds
- 24112100 - Carbon dioxide
- 24112200 - Nitrogen oxides
- 24112300 - Gaseous inorganic oxygen compounds
- 24113000 - Liquid and compressed air
- 24113100 - Liquid air
- 24113200 - Compressed air
- 42130000 - Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances
- 42131140 - Pressure-reducing, control, check or safety valves
- 42131170 - Gas-cylinder outlet valves
- 44160000 - Pipeline, piping, pipes, casing, tubing and related items
- 44163160 - Distribution pipes and accessories
- 44610000 - Tanks, reservoirs, containers and pressure vessels
- 44611000 - Tanks
- 44611400 - Storage tanks
- 44612100 - Gas cylinders
- 44612200 - Gas tanks
- 50514100 - Repair and maintenance services of tanks
- 50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80500000 - Training services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services
- 80531000 - Industrial and technical training services
- 80531100 - Industrial training services
- 80531200 - Technical training services
- 80550000 - Safety training services

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2021 at 16:38 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018675-2021
- 2 Aug 2021 at 11:08 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018407-2021
- 30 Jul 2021 at 14:08 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018278-2021
- 21 Jun 2021 at 07:36 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013982-2021
- 23 Apr 2021 at 12:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008743-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-spply.com/login.asp?B=SUPC
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=37460&B=SUPC
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/86623
- https://www.supc.ac.uk
- https://www.ukri.org/about-us/

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