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# Hydraulic Press

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4e65543e-02ed-44a2-8d88-158bd0fceaaf

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is currently seeking suppliers for a tender titled "Hydraulic Press," aimed at enhancing its Composites Research Group's capabilities. This open procurement process relates to the goods sector, specifically focusing on hydraulic presses, with a contract value of £235,000. The tender period concludes on 23 January 2020, and interested suppliers are required to register on the University’s InTend portal to access the Invitation to Tender and submit proposals. The delivery address for the project is situated in Nottingham, United Kingdom (NG7 2RN).

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of specialised equipment, particularly those with experience in hydraulic systems and installation services. Companies that can demonstrate a robust track record in high-precision mechanical engineering and digital technologies, such as the development of component digital twins, will find themselves well-placed to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could lead to expanded relationships with a prominent educational institution and pave the way for future collaborations in research and technology development.

## Notice

Hydraulic press, Supply, Delivery & Installation. The Composites Research Group at the University plans to develop a state-of-the-art facility and deliver fundamental research to address key rate and volume limitations in industrial composites manufacturing. The press will form the nexus of the cell, providing the ability to manufacture compression moulded or RTM components at high levels of control and with an emphasis on high-resolution data capture to allow the development of a component digital twin. Additional information: Documentation regarding this tender reference PROC JG ITT/1158 can be obtained via the University of Nottingham InTend portal @ https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Potential suppliers must register on the portal in order to view the Invitation to Tender https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Registration Correspondence/queries Any queries about this tender MUST ONLY be directed using the correspondence link on the In-Tend website https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Responses to basic clarification queries will be shared with all prospective Tenderer's. However, correspondents marked as 'competitive advantage' will be respected as such and NOT shared, although the University reserves the right to overrule this marking if it has been incorrectly identified. Confirmation of intention to submit The In-Tend system has an OPT IN / OPT OUT button at the end of the ITT list of documents, if you wish to proceed with this tender you must click on the 'OPT IN' button via the website to enable you to upload your return: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Decline or inability to return If you wish to decline or are unable to return please click on the 'OPT OUT' button along with a correspondence to detail the reasons why you have declined to bid for this tender via the website: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4019790-3469-4450-8d66-eb790b39468d |
| 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 | 2 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2020 - 30 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £235,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Radford |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42636100 - Hydraulic presses

## Release History

- 2 Jan 2020 at 10:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4019790-3469-4450-8d66-eb790b39468d
- 2 Jan 2020 at 10:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4019790-3469-4450-8d66-eb790b39468d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4019790-3469-4450-8d66-eb790b39468d
  2nd January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Registration
- https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/

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