Tender

Mobile Battery Testing Laboratory

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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03 May 2018 at 13:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is seeking bids for the creation of a Mobile Battery Testing Laboratory, which will be established within a converted shipping container. This project aims to test commercial high-energy and high-power battery cells under real-world conditions. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an open procurement method being used. The tender period ends on 25th May 2018, with a total contract value of £60,000. The laboratory is to be located in Lancaster, North West England, with delivery addresses including postal code LA1 4YR.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the installation services of metal containers, particularly those involved in providing laboratory or testing facilities. With a focus on innovative technologies in the battery sector, companies that manufacture or supply high-energy battery components, as well as container conversion specialists, are encouraged to participate. Successful contractors can enhance their visibility and build relationships within the growing renewable energy space.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mobile Battery Testing Laboratory

Notice Description

Lancaster University wish to create a battery-testing laboratory within a professionally converted shipping container. We will use the laboratory to test commercial high-energy and high-power battery cells, which have either been procured from commercial outlets or supplied by industry partners. The cells will be either cylindrical, pouch or prismatic formats and will have been type tested to a commercial specification. Battery cells will be tested under real-world duty cycle and environmental conditions. The facility will not be used for battery abuse testing. The laboratory be located within a standard 40ft High Cube 'single trip ' ISO standard shipping container and a store area shall be in an adjacent 10ft 'single trip' ISO standard shipping container. Additional information: 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/46678153-3c68-4d4c-b68f-138bba2b14e7
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

51800000 - Installation services of metal containers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2018 - 31 May 2019 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
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Angela Wearden
Contact Email
a.wearden@lancaster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01524 594087

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YR
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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