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title: "Heat Flow Meter Machine"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d758"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD"
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# Heat Flow Meter Machine

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d758

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## Summary

The University of Salford, a public authority classified as sub-central government, has completed its procurement process for the supply of a Heat Flow Meter Machine. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically heating equipment, and involves below threshold - open competition. Located in Salford, United Kingdom, the University sought to procure a machine to measure thermal conductivity of materials. The process began with a tender announced on 30th October 2025, with submission deadlines on 5th November 2025. Following the assessment, Waters TA Instruments was awarded the contract on 5th November 2025, valued at £41,939.40 GBP, with the contract term running from 6th November 2025 to 9th February 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, especially those providing analytical and heating solutions. Firms with experience in manufacturing or supplying testing equipment for materials would find this type of procurement beneficial for growth. Medium to large-scale enterprises, and those familiar with providing intricate equipment compatible with existing systems such as the FOX machines, were well-suited to compete. The procurement method of open competition ensures a transparent and competitive environment, fostering equal opportunities for potential suppliers.

## Notice

The University of Salford request the supply of a Heat Flow meter machine to measure thermal conductivity rapidly for medium to high density materials. With the below specification: * Sample Diameter 51mm (2") * Temperature range -10deg C - 110degC * Temperature Resolution +- 0.01 degC * Thermal Conductivity Range 0.1 to 10 W/(mK) (0.633 to 60.3BTU in/hr ft2 @F) * Thermal Resistance Range 0.003 to 0.05 m2K/W * Heat Flux Transducers Area 25 x 25mm (1 sq. in.) * Compatible with other FOX machines and software that are present in the lab including the FOX600, FOX300 and FOX800.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071491-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Nov 2025 - 9 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,000 |
| Lots value | £38,000 |
| Awards value | £41,939 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATERS TA INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 39715200 - Heating equipment
- 44115220 - Heating materials
- 48460000 - Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software package

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2025 at 09:51 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071491-2025
- 30 Oct 2025 at 15:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069835-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071491-2025
  6th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069835-2025
  30th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-6904

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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