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title: "Grism Wheels"
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# Grism Wheels

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04cea6

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## Summary

The University of Exeter recently concluded a public procurement process for the supply of two Grism Wheels, falling under the industry category of astronomical and optical instruments. The process was carried out under the university’s procurement rules and not as a covered procurement under the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement method was an open procedure, and an award was made to Ucryo Universal Cryogenics, a supplier from Tucson, AZ, USA. The contract, valued at USD 32,500, was signed on 6th February 2025. The main location for delivery is in the UKK4 region, and this procurement stage is complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in high-precision astronomical or optical instruments and those with experience in international deliveries. Given the nature of the product and the specific procurement requirements set by the University of Exeter, companies with a track record in supplying similar goods to educational and research institutions would be well-suited to participate in such tenders. Additionally, the emphasis on cost-effectiveness indicates that competitive pricing strategies could enhance the chances of winning similar contracts in the future, encouraging SMEs to explore collaborations with educational bodies.

## Notice

The University of Exeter is seeking quotations for the supply of two Grism Wheels. For the avoidance of doubt: This procurement is not a Covered Procurement as defined under the Procurement Act 2023 and the University of Exeter is under no obligation to and will not be undertaking a tender exercise for these goods and/or services. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the University's procurement rules for the supply of goods and services https://www.exeter.ac.uk/departments/finance/buying/procurement/#a1. The University disclaims to the fullest extent possible any potential liability it may have to any parties interested in supplying the goods and services being procured and the University of Exeter shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered by any potential supplier.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Exeter is seeking quotations for the supply of two Grism Wheel's. For the avoidance of doubt: This procurement is not a Covered Procurement as defined under the Procurement Act 2023 and the University of Exeter is under no obligation to and will not be undertaking a tender exercise for these goods and/or services. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the University's procurement rules for the supply of goods and services https://www.exeter.ac.uk/departments/finance/buying/procurement/#a1. The University disclaims to the fullest extent possible any potential liability it may have to any parties interested in supplying the goods and services being procured and the University of Exeter shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered by any potential supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010423-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,500 |
| Lots value | £24,500 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK4 Devon |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UCRYO UNIVERSAL CRYOGENICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38630000 - Astronomical and optical instruments

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2025 at 14:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010423-2025
- 9 Jan 2025 at 14:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000688-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=89126&B=EXETER
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
- https://www.exeter.ac.uk/departments/finance/buying/procurement/#a1

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