Market consultation SQUID magnetometer
The University of Groningen has initiated a market consultation for a Vibrating-Sample/SQUID magnetometer, specifically the Magnetic Property Measurement System 3 (MPMS3) from Quantum Design. Through market research, the university has determined that Quantum Design is the sole supplier capable of meeting the technical requirements. The consultation is intended to identify potential alternative providers; if no responses are received, the university will procure the MPMS3 without prior publication. The request focuses on a highly sensitive magnetometer offering low noise, high resolution, and a wide temperature range, which is essential for magnetic material selection and analysis in research activities. The deadline for responses is 6 November 2024.
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01What is being requested
The University of Groningen has initiated a market consultation for a Vibrating-Sample/SQUID magnetometer, specifically the Magnetic Property Measurement System 3 (MPMS3) from Quantum Design. Through market research, the university has determined that Quantum Design is the sole supplier capable of meeting the technical requirements. The consultation is intended to identify potential alternative providers; if no responses are received, the university will procure the MPMS3 without prior publication. The request focuses on a highly sensitive magnetometer offering low noise, high resolution, and a wide temperature range, which is essential for magnetic material selection and analysis in research activities. The deadline for responses is 6 November 2024.
After careful market research focusing on the requirements, UG has come to the conclusion that Quantum Design is the single supplier that can deliver the required Vibrating-sample/SQUID magnetometer as described in this document. de n If there are parties who can meet the requirements mentioned in this document as well, please respond to this market consultation before 6 November 2024. If there are no reactions, UG will proceed with the purchase of the Magnetic Property Measurement System 3 (MPMS3) of Quantum Design without prior publication.
02Exclusion grounds
- No specific exclusion grounds were extracted. In a European tender, the mandatory and discretionary grounds of art. 2.86/2.87 of the Dutch Procurement Act almost always apply — check the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).
03Value in context
04Likely competitors
05Legal themes that may be relevant here
06Frequently asked questions
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What happens if no responses are received to the market consultation?
Which specific system is being investigated for procurement?
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07Estimated value versus the market
€ 300K
€ 515K
€ 1,7 mln
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