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Wind Tunnel

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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30 Mar 2021 at 12:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth is conducting a procurement process titled "Wind Tunnel," aimed at establishing a Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel within its Energy Laboratory. This initiative falls within the wind-energy industry category, with a total contract value of £1,920,000. The procurement method utilised is a limited tender, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The tender period has concluded, with the contract expected to run from 1 January 2021 to 2 October 2023, located in Plymouth, England.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on engineering and design, particularly those specialising in wind-energy technology and equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly suited to compete for this tender. By participating in this procurement process, companies can enhance their reputation and expand their operational capabilities in a growing sector dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.

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Notice Title

Wind Tunnel

Notice Description

The University of Plymouth is looking to reinforce its reputation as an innovative center of excellence for engineering and design research, teaching and learning. A new capability for NEDF (New Engineering and Design Facility) will be a Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel that will be installed within the Energy Laboratory on the lower ground floor of the building.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-939b89f4-2d36-43db-9dc5-a03072eba484
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6760ad30-f6ff-45af-a9e8-170c01caca3c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31121300 - Wind-energy generators

31121320 - Wind turbines

31121330 - Wind turbine generators

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,920,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,920,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2021 - 2 Oct 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@plymouth.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01752 582057

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AERODYNAMIC TEST EQUIPMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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