--- title: "Hot Isostatic Press for Nuclear Fuels" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2019-10-30" --- # Hot Isostatic Press for Nuclear Fuels Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b3ea837-70c8-4ed7-b80a-88a47aa19b13.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently seeking suppliers for a Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) unit, which will facilitate sintering and densification studies for various nuclear fuel materials. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified as laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The tender process is open and allows interested parties to submit bids until 25th November 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 6th January 2020 and will last until 30th September 2020. The procurement method used is an open procedure above threshold, based in the North West region of the United Kingdom, specifically at Manchester (postal code M13 9PL). This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacturing or supply of specialised laboratory equipment, particularly those with experience in nuclear or precision engineering. Companies that develop technologies or materials relevant to nuclear fuel cycles, refractory ceramics, or ceramic composites would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance business growth through establishing a relationship with a prominent academic institution and contributing to advancements in nuclear fuel technology. ## Notice This Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) unit will allow for sintering and densification studies of materials relevant to nuclear fuel materials (oxides, carbides, nitrides), refractory ceramics for accident tolerant fuels (e.g. carbide/nitrides) and ceramic composites such as fuel dispersion blocks, as well as other materials relevant to the nuclear fuel cycle (e.g. zirconolite phases). As such the instrument will require nuclearizing for the processing of alpha radioactive materials as well as non-active materials. 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 Delivery Notes Hot Isostatic Press for Nuclear Fuels: This Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) unit will allow for sintering and densification studies of materials relevant to nuclear fuel materials (oxides, carbides, nitrides), refractory ceramics for accident tolerant fuels (e.g. carbide/nitrides) and ceramic composites such as fuel dispersion blocks, as well as other materials relevant to the nuclear fuel cycle (e.g. zirconolite phases). As such the instrument will require nuclearizing for the processing of alpha radioactive materials as well as non-active materials. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1935e5dd-4377-4642-849b-82a3c255bd22 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | 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 | 30 Oct 2019 | | Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Jan 2020 - 30 Sep 2020 | | 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 | LANCASHIRE | | 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 - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 30 Oct 2019 at 08:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1935e5dd-4377-4642-849b-82a3c255bd22 - 25 Oct 2019 at 08:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1935e5dd-4377-4642-849b-82a3c255bd22 - 25 Oct 2019 at 08:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1935e5dd-4377-4642-849b-82a3c255bd22 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1935e5dd-4377-4642-849b-82a3c255bd22 30th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - 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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