Tender

Supply of a 500kN Servohydraulic Testing Frame and Ring Main

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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Tender

24 Apr 2025 at 14:02

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Hertfordshire Higher Education Corporation, located in Hatfield, UK, is inviting tenders for the supply of a 500kN Servohydraulic Testing Frame and Ring Main. This procurement is conducted under an open procedure, reflecting its commitment to transparency and inclusivity, with a focus on the goods category. Interested parties must submit their tenders electronically by 26th May 2025. The enquiry period concludes on 16th May 2025, with contract awards expected by 30th June 2025. This opportunity is situated at the University's College Lane Campus, appealing to firms with expertise in servo-hydraulic systems and equipment.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in the production and installation of hydraulic and testing apparatus. Firms with a strong background in providing high-quality, reliable testing equipment are well-suited to participate. The open procurement process fosters a competitive environment that can benefit established providers looking to expand their client base within the higher education sector. The contract duration from July 2025 to June 2026 provides a substantial engagement period, facilitating long-term partnerships and future collaborative projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of a 500kN Servohydraulic Testing Frame and Ring Main

Notice Description

The University of Hertfordshire is conducting a tender exercise for the purchase delivery and installation of a Servohydraulic Testing Frame and Ring Main, on the University's College Lane Campus in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, which you are hereby invited to tender for.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050713
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016818-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

CPV Codes

38542000 - Servo-hydraulic test apparatus

43328100 - Hydraulic equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
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 HERTFORDSHIRE HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
Contact Name
Chris Newbery
Contact Email
categorymanagers@herts.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HATFIELD
Postcode
AL10 9AB
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield South West
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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