--- title: "Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Dilution Refrigerator" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE" published: "2021-02-23" --- # Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Dilution Refrigerator Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886.json) ## Summary The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow is planning a tender for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of a dilution refrigerator, with a formal notice issued for interested parties. This initiative, categorised under the education industry, involves the procurement of various goods that will support advanced scientific research. Interested suppliers must register their interest by 5th March 2021, with a future notice date set for 12th March 2021, indicating an upcoming opportunity for engagement. The procurement process is prepared under the framework of GPA, signalling adherence to global trade agreements. This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers specialising in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in cryogenic systems and turn-key solutions. Companies that manufacture or distribute high-performance refrigeration technology, as well as those providing technical support and integration services, would be well-suited to compete. Successful bidders will be expected to deliver and install complex machinery, ensuring technical performance aligned with stringent specifications, thereby positioning them for growth in a niche market driven by technological innovation. ## Notice The University are seeking notes of interest for a potential tender opportunity for the supply, delivery and commissioning of a dilution refrigerator. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University are seeking notes of interest for a potential tender opportunity. 1. The potential tender is for the supply of a cryogen-free dilution refrigerator. 2. The successful supplier is expected to build the refrigerator and fully integrate the technology as a turn-key solution. 3. The successful supplier is expected to deliver the equipment to the University, assemble it on-site and test its correct function. 4. The system must be capable of reaching a base temperature of 50 mK or lower. 5. The system must have a minimum cooling power of 250 microWatts at 100 mK. 6. The system must be integrated with a 3D vector field magnet with minimum field intensities of 3T (z-axis), 1T (y-axis) and 1T (x-axis). 7. The system must have the following wiring solutions: a. twisted pairs (DC) from room temperature to mixing chamber. b. coaxial semi-rigid cables (RF) from room temperature to 4 K. 8. Additional functionality may include: a. Load lock system for fast sample exchange. b. Optical fiber access (feedthrough and thermalisation stages). 9. The successful supplier is expected to provide a minimum 12-month warranty and post-commissioning technical support. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB407746 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Feb 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 12 Mar 2021 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G1 1QE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 39711100 - Refrigerators and freezers - 39711110 - Refrigerator-freezers - 39711130 - Refrigerators - 39721200 - Gas refrigerators ## Release History - 23 Feb 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB407746 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB407746 Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of a Dilution Refrigerator - The University are seeking notes of interest for a potential tender opportunity for the supply, delivery and commissioning of a dilution refrigerator. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.strath.ac.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000644886 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=644886 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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