---
title: "Supply of Three-port glovebox with a Vacuum Oven"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-159469"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SWANSEA UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-12-16"
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# Supply of Three-port glovebox with a Vacuum Oven

Buyer: SWANSEA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-159469

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## Summary

Swansea University is initiating a tender process for the supply of a three-port glovebox integrated with a vacuum oven, intended for its battery research laboratory. The procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment within the goods sector. Located in Swansea, the procurement is managed through the eTenderwales platform, with a submission deadline set for 13 January 2026 at 12:00 GMT. Key features of the equipment include glove ports, gas purification, temperature control up to 250°C, and additional eco-friendly operational modes. The award decision is anticipated by 30 January 2026.

Businesses specialising in laboratory and testing equipment, particularly those adept at providing advanced research apparatus, will find valuable opportunities in this tender. The open procurement method allows diverse suppliers to bid, benefiting those capable of delivering high-precision instruments for measuring, testing, and regulating research processes. This presents significant growth potential for firms in the manufacturing and supply of miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments, with an emphasis on innovative and eco-efficient solutions. Interested parties should ensure registration with eTenderwales to access the tender documents and submit bids.

## Notice

Swansea University seeks to procure a three-port glovebox system integrated with a vacuum oven for use in a battery research laboratory. The equipment will support advanced research activities focused on processing electrodes and assembling cells under controlled inert conditions. The procurement includes:* Glovebox System: A sealed enclosure with three glove ports, equipped with a gas purification system, oxygen and moisture sensors, solvent filter, molecular sieves, and a box purging system.* Integrated Vacuum Oven: Capable of reaching temperatures up to 250 degC, with a vacuum pump achieving at least 10-2 mBar.* Additional Features: Small antechamber, heat exchanger for cooling, eco-mode operation, and an internal gloveport cover.NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159469 This procurement process is being carried out on eTenderwales. Please note this is a separate website and if you are not already registered, registration will be required.To access eTenderwales, express your interest in this notice and access the tender documentation please visithttps://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml and search for PQQ/ITT code itt_122081 within the appropriate area(WA Ref:159469)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159469 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SWANSEA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA2 8PP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Sketty |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring
- 38570000 - Regulating and controlling instruments and apparatus
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 09:16 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159469

## Notice URLs

- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159469
- https://www.swansea.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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