--- title: "Energy Lab-Fabrication and Analysis Equipment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2017-12-21" --- # Energy Lab-Fabrication and Analysis Equipment Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-006e91ba-7512-42d5-b0a0-a3254366dd05.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is opening a tender for "Energy Lab-Fabrication and Analysis Equipment" aimed at supporting its Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC). The procurement is in the planning stage, with an end date for submissions set for 5th February 2018. The GEIC, which is located on the North Campus of the university in Manchester, will focus on the research and production of graphene and related materials, with the building expected to open in summer 2018. This tender falls under the goods category and is classified under CPV codes related to electrical machinery, and various laboratory and industrial equipment. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing a wide range of suppliers to compete for this contract. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in electrical machinery, chemical and laboratory equipment, and industrial manufacturing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in these sectors can benefit from participating in this procurement, as the contract aims to establish high-quality production facilities that will enhance industrial collaboration and innovation in the field of graphene technology. Engaging in this tender could lead to valuable exposure and partnerships, especially given the visibility of projects associated with the esteemed University of Manchester and its focus on transitioning research into market-ready applications. ## Notice Background information on The University of Manchester The University of Manchester is Britain's largest single-site university, with a proud history of achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future. The University provides world-class research facilities and undertakes research of international standing. It offers students a wide choice of degree programmes and options, and excellent facilities and student support services. The University employs over 12,000 staff and offers over 400 different degree courses. It comprises of three faculties with 23 academic schools and hundreds of specialist research groups. The University's cultural attractions include The Manchester Museum, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. The University also operates a thriving conference and meeting operation including a hotel and conference centre. Further details on the University can be found at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ Background information on Project This tender is being run on behalf of the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC) at the University of Manchester. The GEIC is a PS60 million investment which will establish a state of the art research and technology development facility for graphene and related 2D materials. Projects in the GEIC will be industry-led and will focus on innovation and applications, with the aim of accelerating research through to products in the marketplace. The GEIC will house pilot production facilities and characterisation equipment. It will initially focus on a number of the University's world-class graphene application areas: energy, composites, formulations and coatings, electronics and membranes. Given the world leading graphene research at the University, it is expected that all equipment in the GEIC will be cited in high profile academic publications as well as underpinning industrial collaboration projects, thus giving the equipment a high degree of exposure. The GEIC will be situated on the North Campus of The University of Manchester, comprise of ~8400 m2 and has been designed by world-renowned architect Rafael Vinoly. It is set to be open in summer 2018. Equipment purchased before the GEIC building is opened will be temporarily commissioned elsewhere in the University campus, typically in the National Graphene Institute, and then moved into the GEIC once it is completed. For further information on the GEIC please see: http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ Project Overview The aim of this project is to enable batch scale production of electrochemical devices, such as batteries and supercapacitors. These devices are to be produced in a manner which closely reflects industrial standards, this will minimise the effort required when transitioning to a larger pilot scale production line. Cell containment will be achieved using aluminium laminate fo... Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Funding Description The GEIC equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Promoting Research and Innovation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21c7c50f-3984-472e-86fb-afdaceda6d74 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Dec 2017 | | Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Feb 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 31400000 - Accumulators, primary cells and primary batteries - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42000000 - Industrial machinery ## Release History - 21 Dec 2017 at 09:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21c7c50f-3984-472e-86fb-afdaceda6d74 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21c7c50f-3984-472e-86fb-afdaceda6d74 21st December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ - http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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