Tender

Prototyping pilot-scale Prussian White cathode synthesis with Agitated Nutsche Filter-Dryer

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 17:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University is inviting tenders for an open procurement process to obtain equipment essential for prototyping pilot-scale Prussian White cathode synthesis. The procurement, under the category of goods, falls within the laboratory and precision equipment industry, specifically targeting filtering apparatus. This tender covers the acquisition of both a filter-dryer unit and a temperature control unit along with accessories. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, and interested parties must register their interest on Sell2Wales and further access tender documentation via eTenderwales. Key dates include a submission deadline on 13th January 2026, while awards will be announced by 30th January 2026. The equipment delivery will be made to the Bay Campus of Swansea University, located in Swansea.

This tender provides significant business growth potential, particularly for firms specialising in laboratory equipment and machinery. Companies capable of providing high-quality filtering and control units under vacuum conditions or inert atmospheres will find this opportunity fitting. Due to the open nature of the procurement method, businesses of all sizes that can deliver innovative and efficient solutions will have a chance to compete. With regards to the industry's focus and the scale of production required, businesses experienced in advanced battery technology and precision equipment manufacturing are well-suited to participate. This offers suppliers a chance to collaborate with a major research institution like Swansea University, enhancing their reputation and expanding their portfolio in the public law sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Prototyping pilot-scale Prussian White cathode synthesis with Agitated Nutsche Filter-Dryer

Notice Description

The Nutsche filter-dryer will enable us to scale Prussian White cathode active materials synthesis for sodium-ion batteries from lab-scale to kilo-scale pilot production, improving efficiency and validating commercial feasibility.We've scaled from ~35g to ~200g, but current centrifugation is time-consuming and degrades material quality through air exposure. The Agitated Nutsche Filter-Dryer shall enable solid-liquid phase separation as well as washing and drying of powdered product under inert atmosphere or vacuum conditions.The equipment is to be delivered at Bay Campus.This requirement is split into 2 Lots:Lot 1 - Filter-Dryer UnitLot 2 - Temperature Control Unit & AccessoriesNOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159464 This procurement process is being carried out on eTenderwales. Please note this is a separate website and if you are not already registered, registration will be required.To access eTenderwales, express your interest in this notice and access the tender documentation please visithttps://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml and search for PQQ/ITT code itt_122076 within the appropriate area(WA Ref:159464)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-159464
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=159464
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42514300 - Filtering apparatus

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

42910000 - Distilling, filtering or rectifying apparatus

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Kath Dunseath
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1792205678

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Further Information

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