Tender

Supply of a Deployable Friction Tester

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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02 Feb 2026 at 13:53

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Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers for the supply and ongoing support of a Deployable Friction Tester, with a procurement process classified under road equipment. The tender, with an ID of 0032, involves providing various components, including a portable measuring unit, control software, and support services. This selective procurement through catalogue purchase invites multiple suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform, encouraging a competitive supply base. The tender, published on 2nd February 2026, is in the active stage, and interested parties should submit their applications by the tender close date of 23rd February 2026. The contract will be in effect from 24th February 2026 to 23rd February 2027, with delivery locations specified within the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those capable of supplying road equipment, traffic-monitoring equipment, and surface surveying services. It is especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises and voluntary, community and social enterprises due to its open and inclusive stance toward multiple suppliers. Firms with strong product ranges and robust support and maintenance capabilities will find this tender particularly attractive, as the purchasing entity intends to establish a versatile and competitive supply chain. Businesses interested in participating must submit an expression of interest detailing their product offerings and support arrangements to the provided contact point at Unite Procurement UK Limited.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of a Deployable Friction Tester

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence (MOD), invites suppliers to register interest in joining the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply and ongoing support of a Deployable Friction Tester. 1 x of portable measuring unit with rugged shipping and carrying case 1 x of control software for Microsoft Windows TM operating systems 1 set of electrical/controls and power cables 1 set of hand tools with bag 1 x of spare fuse (20A) 10 sets (30 pcs) of rubber measurement pads User manual 1 set of portable water tank and watering hose set with connectors 1 year warranty (see attached warranty policy) Startup and Operator Training 2-day unit maintenance, troubleshooting, operation (max. 5 person/class) 1-day friction and surface characteristics measurement/analysis (max. 5 person/class) The travel and accommodation of the trainer is additional, and reimbursable at cost. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to maintain a competitive supply base. Applications will be considered by the stated closing date (for early consideration) and may also be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter. How to Apply / Register Interest Email your expression of interest including: * product range, * configuration/variant options (where applicable), * support and maintenance arrangements. Email: defence.support@unite.eu Subject: ''TSS 550 - Deployable Friction Tester''

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-233cd9f2-5258-410b-9661-fb7e88649b29
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d85bb5c0-b1c9-41a1-ab23-a79ec1717cec
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

34920000 - Road equipment

34970000 - Traffic-monitoring equipment

71353000 - Surface surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2027 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
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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