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PURCON2011 Supply and Installation of Aquarium for Testing and Commissioning Seagliders

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is seeking suppliers for the procurement process titled "PURCON2011 Supply and Installation of Aquarium for Testing and Commissioning Seagliders" in the Laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category. The tender involves the supply and installation of a large aquarium for testing and commissioning Seagliders used in scientific research projects. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 19th May 2023 and a contract period starting on 22nd May 2023 and ending on 31st October 2023 in Norfolk, United Kingdom.

This procurement process presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment to participate in providing the required aquarium. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are suited for this tender, offering a chance for growth and collaboration with UEA. Suppliers interested in this tender can access the documents via In-Tend, the e-tendering portal of UEA. Deadlines for installation and commissioning are to be agreed with the Principal Contractor. The University aims to enhance its research reputation through this procurement, emphasising the importance of the upcoming improvements to its Seaglider testing facility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCON2011 Supply and Installation of Aquarium for Testing and Commissioning Seagliders

Notice Description

The UEA's Centre for Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences within the School of Environmental Sciences owns and operates a number of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV's), known as Seagliders. The University of East Anglia is the only University within the UK which operates these specialised vehicles. UEA Seagliders have been actively used for scientific research projects and campaigns over the last 12 years. They provide a valuable source of income to UEA and enhance the UEA reputation for research. The aquarium is imperative to the continuation of these objectives. In order to test and commission the Seagliders prior to dispatching on Oceanic missions, there is a requirement to submerge them into a seawater based medium (sodium chloride solution) to carry out tests, ballast and observe operation. In order to achieve this, the department has a large aquarium (3m x 2m x2.25m, ~15,000l). The salinity (density) of the water is manually adjusted by the users to match that of the sea/ocean where the Seaglider will be deployed. The facility on the UEA campus which currently houses the Seagliders is due to re-locate within the campus. As part of this re-location, there is an opportunity to improve the facility by providing a larger aquarium than the current version. Please Note: installation and commissioning dates will need to be agreed with the Principal Contractor, who is yet to be appointed. Additional information: Please note this procurement will be conducted via In-Tend, our e-tendering portal. You will need to register with In-Tend free of charge if you wish to access the tender documents. To register please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofeastanglia/aspx/Home Follow the instructions on the system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21a14683-35e5-4dfe-95c0-a2bbde0fe390
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

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

39298800 - Aquariums

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 May 2023 - 31 Oct 2023 1-6 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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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