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University of St Andrews: LOCATE Power Train Test Bed - Operational Services

University of St Andrews

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26 Jul 2022 at 11:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of St Andrews is currently inviting tenders for the "LOCATE Power Train Test Bed - Operational Services" project, classified under facilities management services within the services category. This procurement is part of an open procedure and is located in Dundee, UK. Interested parties must submit their bids by 12:00 on 8th September 2022, which marks a crucial deadline for participation. The estimated value of this contract is £1,600,000, with a contract period expected to last for a total of 1,440 days. The test facility will focus on zero emissions, specifically for battery electric and fuel cell electric drivetrains, and will provide valuable support for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the development and maintenance of cutting-edge electric vehicle technologies and services. Companies specialising in facilities management, engineering, and environmental technology will be well-positioned to compete. The emphasis on zero emissions opens avenues for firms at the forefront of renewable energy solutions and advanced automotive systems, especially those looking to expand their service capabilities in a growing sector focused on sustainability and innovation in transportation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of St Andrews: LOCATE Power Train Test Bed - Operational Services

Notice Description

Manage, operate, and maintain the power train test bed facility at the Low Carbon Transport Applications Centre (LOCATE) to be located at the Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP) in Dundee.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Manage, Operate and maintain the Power Train Test Facility at the Low Carbon Transport Applications Centre (LOCATE) at Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP) in Dundee which is Scotland's home for zero emissions mobility. LOCATE will offer powertrain test capability for zero emission, heavy-duty vehicles. It aims to assist Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators in accelerating their product development and route-to-market by offering platform level system validation and optimisation support. It is anticipated that testing at LOCATE will predominantly focus on demonstrator and prototype vehicles or chassis with fully integrated drivetrains. With the emphasis on zero emission vehicles, LOCATE will only be available to battery electric and fuel cell electric drivetrain. There will be no testing of internal combustion engines. A hydrogen pipeline will supply the facility with low pressure (up to ca. 20 barg) hydrogen to run the vehicles' fuel cells. Additionally, the test capability includes a battery emulator with capacity to charge/ discharge up to 500kW. LOCATE has capability to test drivetrains up to a maximum power of 500 kW. Fuel cell power is capped at 300 kW. The Test Cell layout allows vehicles of up to 15 m length and 2.55 width. Future expansion into 4WD, off-road, vehicles has been allowed for in the design of the facility. Please see ITT documents for full details. Additional information: All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our eTendering System (InTend).To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted

Renewal: Further renewals may be accommodated subject to satisfactory review, mutual agreement and customer demand.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0355e6
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020286-2022
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

73430000 - Test and evaluation

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of St Andrews
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUARDBRIDGE
Postcode
KY16 0US
Postcode Area
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Tay Bridgehead
Westminster Constituency
North East Fife

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