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title: "Aerodynamic Test Facility Installation - ORE/24/067"
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# Aerodynamic Test Facility Installation - ORE/24/067

Buyer: OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b88b426-2f0a-4871-9680-47b7ef5dc5b8

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## Summary

The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult has completed the procurement process for the installation of an aerodynamic test facility at their site in England, United Kingdom. The process, entitled "Aerodynamic Test Facility Installation - ORE/24/067," falls under the scientific installations industry category. This tender, managed through a limited procurement method, culminated in an award on 22 July 2024. The awarded contract is for a period starting on 23 July 2024 and ending on 31 July 2027, with a total value of £41,500. The refurbishment, installation, and commissioning of the ex-Carlin Motorsport wind tunnel, originally from Northumbria University, will now proceed under the supervision of the chosen contractor, Aerodynamic Test Equipment Ltd.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in engineering, aerodynamics, and facility installations. Businesses experienced in the refurbishment and commissioning of complex equipment will find this contract highly beneficial. The buying organisation, Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, is known for supporting innovative projects and could open doors for further collaboration and development in the renewable energy sector.

## Notice

Presently, the TDC is undergoing development works which includes the installation of an aerodynamic test facility. The intention is to install the ex-Carlin Motorsport wind tunnel which was acquired from Northumbria University in 2022, and has been in storage ever since. An initial inventory check has been conducted and the key components are present, however a detailed plan for refurbishment, installation and commissioning is still needed. OREC personnel have no experience in this area, so Contractor support is necessary to oversee this work.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/455b6366-1d4c-4405-ab89-e5ec969c4c69 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1RD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AERODYNAMIC TEST EQUIPMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45214630 - Scientific installations

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2024 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/455b6366-1d4c-4405-ab89-e5ec969c4c69

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/455b6366-1d4c-4405-ab89-e5ec969c4c69
  23rd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ore.catapult.org.uk

## Provenance

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