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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is conducting a tender for the installation and commissioning of Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) at the Advanced Forming Research Centre in Renfrew, UK. This procurement falls under the education sector and is currently in the Tender stage. The closing date for submissions is 14th March 2018, with the award period beginning immediately thereafter. The project is being executed through an open procedure, allowing for wider participation from potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in advanced engineering, composites technology, and measurement equipment. Companies with experience in supplying and installing high-tech analysis tools or those adept in structural integrity assessments would be well-positioned to compete. Given the project's complexity, businesses should also demonstrate robust technical capabilities and previous relevant experience to meet the University’s specific requirements and evaluation criteria.

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Notice Title

Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) for the AFRC

Notice Description

The University requires a Supplier to install and commission Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) that will include: - A phased array acquisition module able to detect wrinkles, resin-rich areas, impact damage, voids, porosity, cracks, delamination, and disbonds - A probe to analyse plate-like materials with high accuracy - A near-wall probe to analyse components with radius and/or complex geometry - A fixed array probe for the analysis of complex geometries

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires a Supplier to install and commission Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) that will include: - A phased array acquisition module able to detect wrinkles, resin-rich areas, impact damage, voids, porosity, cracks, delamination, and disbonds - A probe to analyse plate-like materials with high accuracy - A near-wall probe to analyse components with radius and/or complex geometry - A fixed array probe for the analysis of complex geometries The equipment will be installed at AFRC, Westway Park, Porterfield Road, Renfrew and situated in a purpose-built suitable environment. This document outlines the specification for the Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity). The equipment will support the development of a wide range of improved, high integrity composite components for challenging applications. It will address the requirement for a pilot scale facility to record the parameters required for the inspection of advanced composite materials. The AFRC requires the equipment to assess various aspects of composite components to determine structural capability. Please refer to Appendix M Guidance Notes for the ESPD in the General Attachments area of PCS-T for full details on the minimum technical and financial criteria for participating in this contract. Tenderers should note the criteria for Part 4C.1.2 Services in the ESPD, contained in the Qualification envelope of PCS-T, also detailed below. Tenderers will be required to provide examples that demonstrate that they have the relevant experience to deliver the services/supplies as described in this part II.2.4 of the OJEU Contract Notice.

Options: The University reserves the right to request additional deliveries by the Successful Tenderer either intended as partial replacement of supplies or installations or as the extension of existing supplies or installations. The University may at its sole discretion exercise this option.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000534215
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR314687
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£76,802 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20188 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Strathclyde
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Olympus KeyMed

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR312629
    Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) for the AFRC - The University requires a Supplier to install and commission Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) that will include: - A phased array acquisition module able to detect wrinkles, resin-rich areas, impact damage, voids, porosity, cracks, delamination, and disbonds - A probe to analyse plate-like materials with high accuracy - A near-wall probe to analyse components with radius and/or complex geometry - A fixed array probe for the analysis of complex geometries
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR314687
    Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) for the AFRC - The University requires a Supplier to install and commission Composites Characterisation Equipment (Structural Integrity) that will include: - A phased array acquisition module able to detect wrinkles, resin-rich areas, impact damage, voids, porosity, cracks, delamination, and disbonds - A probe to analyse plate-like materials with high accuracy - A near-wall probe to analyse components with radius and/or complex geometry - A fixed array probe for the analysis of complex geometries

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