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title: "Laser Facility The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. This tender is seeking to appoint a supplier who can provide a laser facility to support the work done within the centre. To take part please visit: https://www.proactisplaza.com/supplierportal/?cid=UNIHULL"
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# Laser Facility The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. This tender is seeking to appoint a supplier who can provide a laser facility to support the work done within the centre. To take part please visit: https://www.proactisplaza.com/supplierportal/?cid=UNIHULL

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL  
Current stage: Tender  
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## Summary

The University of Hull is currently conducting a tender process to appoint a supplier for a laser facility, integral to the construction of the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC). This specialist facility, located at Humber Bridgehead, aims to promote low carbon innovation and includes high-tech engineering workshops, computing facilities, and office spaces. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender period is set to end on 23 November 2018, with the overall contract commencing from 1 January 2019 and lasting until 31 December 2019. The expected value of this project is £200,000, classified under the works category, specifically focusing on lasers and machine tools operated by laser.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in the development and supply of laser facilities or related technologies. Companies engaged in manufacturing industrial lasers or machine tools that can operate using laser technology would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The establishment of the Aura Innovation Centre signifies a growing focus on low carbon technologies, paving the way for suppliers to play a pivotal role in supporting innovative engineering solutions that cater to sustainable practices.

## Notice

The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. This tender is seeking to appoint a supplier who can provide a laser facility to support the work done within the centre.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28d8c4ca-e8d3-46fa-a08b-d088e22ebb9c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF HULL |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers
- 38636110 - Industrial lasers
- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2018 at 10:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28d8c4ca-e8d3-46fa-a08b-d088e22ebb9c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28d8c4ca-e8d3-46fa-a08b-d088e22ebb9c
  23rd October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
  University of Hull e-tendering Portal

## Notice URLs

- https://www.proactisplaza.com/supplierportal/?cid=UNIHULL

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