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TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A STAND ALONE LITHIUM ION BATTERY TESTING AND SHREDDING CHAMBER

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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16 Aug 2019 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is currently seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a bespoke lithium-ion battery testing and shredding chamber, an initiative funded by the Faraday Institution. This opportunity falls within the goods procurement category, classified as checking and testing apparatus (CPV code 38500000). The tender period concludes on 30 September 2019, with the corresponding contract commencing from 7 October 2019 and running until 1 February 2020. This procurement process employs an open procedure, allowing participation from any suitably qualified bidders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in testing equipment, especially those focused on battery technologies and recycling services pertaining to electric vehicles. Companies capable of providing innovative solutions for battery testing and handling, as well as those with expertise in safety compliance and CE markings, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Furthermore, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the contracting authority's openness to fostering partnerships with technology providers aimed at long-term collaboration.

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Notice Title

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A STAND ALONE LITHIUM ION BATTERY TESTING AND SHREDDING CHAMBER

Notice Description

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL TENDERERS THAT THEY CHECK THE CLARIFICATION PORTAL FOR ANY UPDATES ON A REGULAR BASIS RELATING TO THIS TENDER. This equipment is being purchased from a grant provided by the Faraday Institution. Funding is available for the purchase of this equipment. This equipment is being purchased from a grant provided by the Faraday Institution who will advise on the final selection of the supplier. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a bespoke lithium ion battery testing chamber. This unit will be used to shred lithium ion cells designed for use in Electric Vehicles in a range of conditions (new and end-of-life). The overall requirements of the test chamber are defined below but we would like as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers so that we can secure the supply of a system that can be adopted for a range of battery testing applications. The test chamber should provide safe working conditions for shredding lithium ion cells and modules from Electric Vehicles. In addition, it should have fully CE compliant for these activities. The test chamber should consist of two compartments, an observation and control area separated by a partition that provides isolation and protection from events in the working chamber. A shredder, provided by others, will be installed in the working chamber and this will either, operated and fed, by a person in the working area, or by a semi or fully automated robotic arm. Shredder dimensions: 1900mm high, 850mm wide, 1300mm long, 750kg. In addition to being used to shred cells/modules the test chamber will also be used for other battery testing processes. Additional information: 1.1 All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-875836d0-15f9-4860-8336-40f999711a3e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9e6bcf7-5dfb-444a-ac7a-42ba7ee0a06e
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Oct 2019 - 1 Feb 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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