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title: "Provision of Teaching Equipment for Structural Mechanics Experiments"
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# Provision of Teaching Equipment for Structural Mechanics Experiments

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-146827c2-26dd-4e1d-a802-0893aa9f3ff3

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Exeter, which is seeking to procure "Provision of Teaching Equipment for Structural Mechanics Experiments". This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on teaching equipment classified as CPV code 39162100, aimed primarily at first-year engineering undergraduate students. The tender was conducted using an open procedure, and the contract was awarded on 13 August 2020, following its completion in July of the same year. Notable contract dates include the start date of 18 August 2020 and an end date of 17 August 2021, with delivery required in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs engaged in the educational sector, particularly those specialising in teaching and engineering equipment. Collaborating within this procurement could enhance business growth, as companies capable of providing portable and user-friendly teaching tools that fulfil the specified criteria will be well-positioned to compete. With the increasing emphasis on hands-on learning experiences in educational settings, suppliers catering to these needs may find a favourable environment for expansion and partnership with the University of Exeter.

## Notice

This tender is for teaching equipment for Structural Mechanics experiments, which is primarily intended for use with first year engineering undergraduate degree students. The equipment should be readily portable, suitable for use in normal classrooms and hence not reliant on a dedicated laboratory environment. It is intended to be used 'hands on' by the students in pairs and not in a 'demonstration' format.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec7aa9e6-ff08-49a1-a102-8f1127da5acf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 17 Aug 2020 - 17 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £128,332 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STRUCOMP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 39162100 - Teaching equipment
- 71335000 - Engineering studies

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2021 at 17:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec7aa9e6-ff08-49a1-a102-8f1127da5acf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec7aa9e6-ff08-49a1-a102-8f1127da5acf
  18th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=33623&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

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