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3015 Multiaxial Axial-Torsional Fatigue Testing System

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)

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10 Feb 2026 at 13:30

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has initiated an open procurement process for a Multiaxial Axial-Torsional Fatigue Testing System, under tender ID NTU/26/3015/MLST. This tender falls under the industry category of machines and apparatus for testing and measuring, with a significant focus on electromechanical equipment suitable for various testing modes. The process is currently in the tender stage and has key deadlines, with the tender period ending on 9th March 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 2nd March 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 15th September 2026 and will continue until 30th September 2029, with delivery slated no later than the contract start date due to project requirements. Located in the UK region UKF14, the tender is open for electronic submissions in English and follows the open procedure under UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture or supply of testing and measuring machinery to establish a partnership with a prominent educational institution like NTU. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, especially those with a focus on offering technical compliance and strategic partnerships. The tender values technical compliance highly alongside the commercial offer, making it ideal for businesses with expertise in providing robust, comprehensive solutions that include installation, training, and sustainability commitments. This procurement provides an avenue for companies to expand their client base, particularly those ready to deliver high-quality service with a focus on long-term collaboration and strategic alignment with academic research and innovation goals.

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Notice Title

3015 Multiaxial Axial-Torsional Fatigue Testing System

Notice Description

A fatigue-rated electromechanical (non-hydraulic) axial-torsional testing system capable of simultaneous and independently controlled axial and torsional loading, suitable for static and dynamic testing in tension, compression, and combined modes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064c8f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011884-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38425400 - Structure estimation apparatus

38425500 - Strength estimation apparatus

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)
Contact Name
Mark Lucas
Contact Email
mark.lucas@ntu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1158488747

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

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