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title: "Differential Scanning Calorimeter"
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# Differential Scanning Calorimeter

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061570

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## Summary

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, successfully completed a procurement process for a Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC), a sophisticated equipment essential for thermal analysis of research materials. This contract, under the main procurement category of goods, was awarded following a Below-Threshold Limited Competition procurement method, and targeted the supply of a DSC system valued at £57,889.20. Awarded on 9th December 2025 and active until 11th May 2026, Waters Limited, distinguished by its technical capabilities, emerged as the supplier offering the best technical fit with the Discovery DSC, notably for its superior technology and cooling options, which are aligned with the university's research requirements.

This tender presents notable business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in high-tech detection and analysis apparatus like calorimeters. Businesses in the research and development equipment supply sector would find this contract beneficial, as it involves the provision of precise analytical tools essential for advanced material studies in academic settings. Companies with a strong portfolio in providing innovative and technologically advanced solutions for scientific research could find significant value and reputation enhancement by participating in such targeted procurements, as evidenced by the selection of Waters Limited for their specialised DSC systems.

## Notice

Northumbria University has procured a Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC) for precise thermal analysis of research materials. The system is essential for measuring phase transitions, glass transition temperatures, and melting points. This equipment will support the characterisation of polymers and pharmaceutical compounds to determine material stability and purity. This contract was awarded following a Below-Threshold Limited Competition. Three specialist suppliers were invited to quote based on their technical capability; three formal bids were received. Waters Limited was selected as the successful provider as their Discovery DSC offered the best overall value for money and technical fit. The decision was based on superior baseline flatness and Tzero(tm) technology, which allows for more accurate data without the manual baseline corrections required by the other systems. Additionally, the Discovery system provided the most suitable cooling options for the lab's specific sub-ambient research needs. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011471682

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009485-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2026 - 11 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £57,889 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8ST |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 14:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009485-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009485-2026
  3rd February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011471682
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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