---
title: "Supply & installation of helium liquefier system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06613d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# Supply & installation of helium liquefier system

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06613d

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Supply & installation of helium liquefier system" was carried out by The University of Birmingham, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the works category, specifically involving the installation work of cooling equipment. The process was managed as a direct procurement method below the threshold, without competition, highlighting the streamlined nature of the contract. The contract was awarded to Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies Inc., an SME based in Syracuse, United States, and is set to be active from 12 March 2024 to 31 March 2024, with the contract signed on 11 March 2024.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specializing in scientific equipment and installation services to grow, especially those experienced in cooling systems. Given the direct procurement method, the contract was awarded based on specific supplier qualifications, suggesting that similar businesses with expertise in such niche areas might consider positioning themselves for future tenders. SMEs that focus on cutting-edge cryogenic technologies and can efficiently supply and install advanced equipment will find this sector rewarding, particularly when liaising with educational institutions and research facilities like The University of Birmingham.

## Notice

Supply & installation of helium liquefier system. As per SSA process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019079-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £177,025 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUEFORS CRYOCOOLER TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45331230 - Installation work of cooling equipment

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 15:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019079-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019079-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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