--- title: "Underwater Lifting Platform for Towing Tank" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2017-11-17" --- # Underwater Lifting Platform for Towing Tank Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4887fef7-8fdc-4df0-b020-392a5749373a.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is seeking suppliers for an Underwater Lifting Platform intended for use in its new towing tank located at the Boldrewood Innovation Campus, Hampshire. This tender is part of an open procedure (below threshold) and is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 1 December 2017. The platform will be integral for hydrodynamic experiments on various marine vehicles and floating models, requiring specifications of approximately 6 m x 2 m and installed at a depth of 3.5 m. The contract period will commence on 15 January 2018 and conclude on 14 January 2019. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the engineering, manufacturing, and marine technology sectors to expand their client base within academia and research. Companies experienced in producing specialised lifting and handling equipment, particularly those with capabilities in custom marine platforms, are well-suited to compete in this tender. Engaging with the University of Southampton could lead to further collaboration in the offshore and renewable energy markets, fostering innovation and growth for participating businesses. ## Notice The University of Southampton is currently finalising the fitup of a new towing tank in the Boldrewood Innovation Campus. This facility will be used to perform hydrodynamics experiments on ships, autonomous vehicles and various floating devices. In order to expand the capacities to this towing tank to the offshore and renewable energy markets, the University wished to acquire an underwater lifting platform for the tank. This platform will have dimensions of approximately 6 m x 2 m and will be permanently mounted to the bottom of the tank at 3.5 m depth. Floating models will be attached to this platform's floor and be tested in various waves conditions. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Jan 2018 - 14 Jan 2019 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 34951000 - Access platforms - 42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment ## Release History - 17 Nov 2017 at 15:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 - 17 Nov 2017 at 15:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 - 17 Nov 2017 at 11:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 - 23 Oct 2017 at 08:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 - 23 Oct 2017 at 08:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 - 23 Oct 2017 at 08:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 - 23 Oct 2017 at 07:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db39e545-5f9b-4943-a1d5-944582238563 17th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.southampton.ac.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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