FTS UK public procurement

Differential Scanning Calorimeter

Northumbria University

CompleteOCDS ID ocds-h6vhtk-061570
Tender valueNot supplied1 awards · 1 contracts

01 Procurement

Tender overview

Updated 3 February 2026
Buyer
Northumbria University
Status
Complete
Procurement method
Below threshold - limited competition
Category
Not supplied
CPV classification
Not supplied
Tender period
Not supplied — Not supplied

Description

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™ 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

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02 Awards and contracts

Published award records

1 shown
Active

Differential Scanning Calorimeter

Awarded
Not supplied
Award value
Not supplied
Suppliers
1
Signed contract
9 December 2025

03 Organisations

Buyers, suppliers and other parties

2 parties
Buyer

Northumbria University

Pandon Building, Camden Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, UKC22, NE1 8ST, United Kingdom

GB-PPON PNBP-4638-XHJP
Supplier

WATERS Limited

Stamford Avenue, Altrincham Road, Wilmslow, UKD62, SK9 4AX, United Kingdom

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04 Provenance

Source for this process

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