Award

Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

26 Mar 2026 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process for a Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter in the industry category of fuel cells. This procurement falls under the category of goods and was conducted using the direct procurement method below threshold without competition. The procurement stage is at the award and contract completion, with the contract valued at £75,600. The procurement process commenced on 8th November 2025, with the contract signed on 7th November 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2026. The project is based in the United Kingdom, specifically at the University of Exeter, with a focus on confirming the operational functions of fuel cell modules and assisting in hydrogen storage system commissioning and leak testing. Melanie Cox can be reached for further inquiries at the University of Exeter.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in energy solutions, particularly in developing operational fuel cell technologies and hydrogen storage solutions. Large enterprises with expertise in fuel cells, like Electra Commercial Vehicles Ltd, which is the chosen supplier, would find this procurement beneficial. Additionally, businesses capable of providing high-quality DC-DC converters and fuel management components can compete for such contracts in the future, potentially leading to further collaborations with educational institutions and public authorities. The focus on green technology and effective energy management paves the way for innovative business ventures in the sustainable energy sector.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter

Notice Description

1x Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter, LV system and control, functions demonstrated, fuel cell operation confirmed. 1x Hydrogen storage system, one Hydrogen, cylinder, frame, mounted with fuel management components. Includes site visit to assist with commissioning and leak testing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0674bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027769-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31122100 - Fuel cells

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
8 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTRA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-0674bb-2026-03-26T10:38:42Z",
    "date": "2026-03-26T10:38:42Z",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-0674bb",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-COH-RC000653",
            "name": "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-COH",
                "id": "RC000653"
            },
            "additionalIdentifiers": [
                {
                    "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                    "id": "PZYG-2396-XCRZ"
                }
            ],
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Northcote House, Queens Drive",
                "locality": "Exeter",
                "postalCode": "EX4 4QJ",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKK43"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Melanie Cox",
                "email": "m.cox2@exeter.ac.uk",
                "telephone": "+447788103466"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.exeter.ac.uk",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-COH-11059491",
            "name": "ELECTRA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LTD",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-COH",
                "id": "11059491"
            },
            "additionalIdentifiers": [
                {
                    "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                    "id": "PLQY-2593-DNHT"
                }
            ],
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Central Warehouse",
                "locality": "Brighouse",
                "postalCode": "HD6 1QF",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKE44"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "accounts@electratrucks.com"
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ],
            "details": {
                "scale": "large",
                "vcse": false
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-COH-RC000653",
        "name": "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "UE261617",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter",
        "description": "1x Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter, LV system and control, functions demonstrated, fuel cell operation confirmed. 1x Hydrogen storage system, one Hydrogen, cylinder, frame, mounted with fuel management components. Includes site visit to assist with commissioning and leak testing.",
        "status": "complete",
        "procurementMethod": "direct",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - without competition",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "complete"
            }
        ]
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "mainProcurementCategory": "goods",
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-COH-11059491",
                    "name": "ELECTRA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LTD"
                }
            ],
            "items": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "additionalClassifications": [
                        {
                            "scheme": "CPV",
                            "id": "31122100",
                            "description": "Fuel cells"
                        }
                    ],
                    "deliveryAddresses": [
                        {
                            "region": "UK",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        }
                    ],
                    "relatedLot": "1"
                }
            ],
            "relatedLots": [
                "1"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "contracts": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "awardID": "1",
            "title": "Fuel cell module with DC-DC converter",
            "status": "active",
            "period": {
                "startDate": "2025-11-08T00:00:00Z",
                "endDate": "2026-03-31T23:59:59+01:00"
            },
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 75600,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "dateSigned": "2025-11-07T00:00:00Z",
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "027769-2026",
                    "documentType": "contractNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK7",
                    "description": "Contract details notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027769-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-03-26T10:38:42Z",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ]
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}