Tender

High Voltage AC & DC Test Sets

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender

17 Mar 2017 at 11:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently conducting a procurement process for the purchase of high voltage AC and DC test sets, classified under the CPV code for machines and apparatus for testing and measuring. The tender, identified as 17/1252/HVTS/IC/PC, has a deadline for submissions set for 20 April 2017. This process is characterised as an open procurement method and is at the tender stage. The contract is expected to commence on 25 May 2017 and run until 31 March 2018, with delivery addresses including a postal code of M13 9PL in the United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity could present significant growth prospects for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and testing apparatus. Companies engaged in manufacturing or supplying high-voltage testing equipment would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. The University’s extensive research facilities and its emphasis on academic partnerships may also encourage collaboration with businesses that can offer innovative solutions aligned to the university’s research agenda, paving the way for future contracts in similar domains.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

High Voltage AC & DC Test Sets

Notice Description

1. Background information on The University of Manchester The University of Manchester is Britain's largest single-site university, with a proud history of achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future. The University provides world-class research facilities and undertakes research of international standing. It offers students a wide choice of degree programmes and options, and excellent facilities and student support services. The University employs over 12,000 staff and offers over 400 different degree courses. It comprises three faculties with 23 academic schools and hundreds of specialist research groups. The University's cultural attractions include The Manchester Museum, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. The University also operates a thriving conference and meeting operation including a hotel and conference centre. Further details on the University can be found at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ 2. Background information on Project The University has maintained high voltage research facilities since 1954 when the first laboratory was opened in what is now the Sackville Street Building. The high voltage facilities are now located within Ferranti Building and are primarily used to support the work of academics within the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The laboratories support wider work in electrical power systems in which the school researchers produce more papers in the leading IEEE journals relevant to power systems than any other UK University. There are a number of high voltage laboratories, the main one being a 500 m2 laboratory with a 2 MV impulse generator, 800 kV AC test set and 600 kV DC test set. A smaller 300 kV AC test set also exists. The laboratory has a control room from where all experimentation is controlled. There is vehicular access through a large roller shutter door and a 3 tonne crane that allows the unloading and movement of heavy items. Wet spray facilities exist within the laboratory for the testing of outdoor insulation. A 10 kA low-voltage high-current source is also available. The laboratory is primarily used in applications relevant to the 275 kV or 400 kV power systems although it also has considerable value in lower voltage high power testing. The prime role of the laboratory is research with an additional commitment to support teaching activities at both UG and PGT levels. Our researchers work extensively with colleagues within other parts of our School and in other Schools in the Faculty. We therefore leverage the expertise within, in particular, the School of Materials and the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering (MACE). Extensive use is made of fabrication and characterisation facilities and many projects include investigators from these Schools. In the future our expectation is to work with colleagues within Graphene Engineeri... Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EPSRC Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a64d3398-3769-4525-9d83-8ea3cfda1ce5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Paul Carter
Contact Email
paul.carter-2@manchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0161 275 2207

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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