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title: "PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000782051"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2025-04-30"
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# PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000782051

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow, serving as the buying organisation, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a dilution refrigerator with extremely low temperatures, under the title "PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures". This procurement falls under the "Education" industry category and involves the delivery of goods specifically to Glasgow. The contracting process was conducted using the open procedure method and has advanced to the award stage, evidenced by a contract awarded to Oxford Instruments. This contract, signed on April 25, 2025, is valued at £446,500 and marks the completion of the process initiated via an open tender which concluded its submission phase on December 3, 2024. The process aligns with the objectives of the wider Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) framework.

The contract offers notable opportunities for entities engaged in the manufacturing of high-precision cryogenic equipment, particularly those capable of meeting specifications such as achieving milliKelvin temperatures and providing significant cooling power. Given the technical emphasis on quality, businesses that excel in providing detailed technical specifications stand a competitive chance. Opportunities for growth exist especially for large-scale manufacturers capable of offering extensive warranty, support, and maintenance services, as evident from the winning bid by a large supplier. Moreover, the inclusion of community benefits and engagement with diversity and vocational training policies underscores additional avenues for businesses prioritising corporate social responsibility. This procurement offers a robust platform for expanding business within the educational sector and fostering innovation in advanced scientific equipment.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

Renewal: Period Of 1 Year With The Option To Extend For 9 X 1 Year For Maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529324 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £446,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXFORD INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529324
- 1 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV517370

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=8
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490- Appendix 2 - C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=1
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=2
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 - Appendix 1 - C&SRM KPI Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=3
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 - Code of Conduct - Final
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=4
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=5
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 - SPD Quality and Technical Combined
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=6
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 - Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV517370&idx=7
  1st November 2024 - PURCH2490 Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV517370
  PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures - PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529324
  PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures - Award of PURCH2490 Provision of Dilution Refrigerator with Extremely Low Temperatures

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000782051
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/procurementoffice/informationforsuppliers/allsuppliers/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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