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title: ".2025-26/5407- Supply of a Closed-cycle Optical Cryostat"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a739"
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published: "2025-10-02"
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# .2025-26/5407- Supply of a Closed-cycle Optical Cryostat

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a739

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently in the tender stage for the supply of a closed-cycle optical cryostat, intended for use with optoelectronic devices. Classified under the 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipments', this procurement falls within the goods category. Prospective suppliers should be aware that the tender method is an open competition, with the submission deadline set for 23rd October 2025 at 10:00 AM BST. The tender is valued at £60,000 and will be conducted electronically, ensuring a streamlined process for participants. Located in Leeds, the University of Leeds serves as the buying organisation, and any inquiries should be directed to their Purchasing Office.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the optical and laboratory equipment sectors, particularly those focused on precision instruments. Companies with expertise in technical capability, warranty, aftersales service, lead time, and sustainability will be well positioned to compete, as these factors will form the criteria for award evaluation. As the contract is scheduled to start on 1st December 2025 and run for a year, winning this tender could enhance the supplier’s profile in both academic and commercial markets, fostering further business growth.

## Notice

The University of Leeds is seeking tenders for an efficient, lightweight closed-cycle optical cryostat. The cryostat should have optical access and will be used for cooling active optoelectronic devices. The entire system, including any cooler required should be capable of operation from standard UK 13-amp sockets. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Laboratory%2C-optical-and-precision-equipments-%28excl.-glasses%29./64PU3ZARCH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/64PU3ZARCH

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061873-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 1 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | £60,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2025 at 15:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061873-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061873-2025
  2nd October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com
- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/64PU3ZARCH
- https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Laboratory%2C-optical-and-precision-equipments-%28excl.-glasses%29./64PU3ZARCH
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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