--- title: "High Voltage AC & DC Test Sets" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2017-03-17" --- # High Voltage AC & DC Test Sets Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-008672f5-42c9-4f46-b920-2d8fd9ef33dc.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently conducting a procurement process for the purchase of high voltage AC and DC test sets, classified under the CPV code for machines and apparatus for testing and measuring. The tender, identified as 17/1252/HVTS/IC/PC, has a deadline for submissions set for 20 April 2017. This process is characterised as an open procurement method and is at the tender stage. The contract is expected to commence on 25 May 2017 and run until 31 March 2018, with delivery addresses including a postal code of M13 9PL in the United Kingdom. This procurement opportunity could present significant growth prospects for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and testing apparatus. Companies engaged in manufacturing or supplying high-voltage testing equipment would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. The University’s extensive research facilities and its emphasis on academic partnerships may also encourage collaboration with businesses that can offer innovative solutions aligned to the university’s research agenda, paving the way for future contracts in similar domains. ## Notice 1. 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 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/ 2. Background information on Project The University has maintained high voltage research facilities since 1954 when the first laboratory was opened in what is now the Sackville Street Building. The high voltage facilities are now located within Ferranti Building and are primarily used to support the work of academics within the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The laboratories support wider work in electrical power systems in which the school researchers produce more papers in the leading IEEE journals relevant to power systems than any other UK University. There are a number of high voltage laboratories, the main one being a 500 m2 laboratory with a 2 MV impulse generator, 800 kV AC test set and 600 kV DC test set. A smaller 300 kV AC test set also exists. The laboratory has a control room from where all experimentation is controlled. There is vehicular access through a large roller shutter door and a 3 tonne crane that allows the unloading and movement of heavy items. Wet spray facilities exist within the laboratory for the testing of outdoor insulation. A 10 kA low-voltage high-current source is also available. The laboratory is primarily used in applications relevant to the 275 kV or 400 kV power systems although it also has considerable value in lower voltage high power testing. The prime role of the laboratory is research with an additional commitment to support teaching activities at both UG and PGT levels. Our researchers work extensively with colleagues within other parts of our School and in other Schools in the Faculty. We therefore leverage the expertise within, in particular, the School of Materials and the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering (MACE). Extensive use is made of fabrication and characterisation facilities and many projects include investigators from these Schools. 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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) : EPSRC Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a64d3398-3769-4525-9d83-8ea3cfda1ce5 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 May 2017 - 31 Mar 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring ## Release History - 17 Mar 2017 at 11:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a64d3398-3769-4525-9d83-8ea3cfda1ce5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a64d3398-3769-4525-9d83-8ea3cfda1ce5 17th March 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.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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