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title: "Mobile Battery Testing Laboratory"
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buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY"
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# Mobile Battery Testing Laboratory

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60cd84c4-ab61-4993-b640-4d1c8f50f3fe

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## Summary

Lancaster University is seeking bids for the creation of a Mobile Battery Testing Laboratory, which will be established within a converted shipping container. This project aims to test commercial high-energy and high-power battery cells under real-world conditions. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an open procurement method being used. The tender period ends on 25th May 2018, with a total contract value of £60,000. The laboratory is to be located in Lancaster, North West England, with delivery addresses including postal code LA1 4YR.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the installation services of metal containers, particularly those involved in providing laboratory or testing facilities. With a focus on innovative technologies in the battery sector, companies that manufacture or supply high-energy battery components, as well as container conversion specialists, are encouraged to participate. Successful contractors can enhance their visibility and build relationships within the growing renewable energy space.

## Notice

Lancaster University wish to create a battery-testing laboratory within a professionally converted shipping container. We will use the laboratory to test commercial high-energy and high-power battery cells, which have either been procured from commercial outlets or supplied by industry partners. The cells will be either cylindrical, pouch or prismatic formats and will have been type tested to a commercial specification. Battery cells will be tested under real-world duty cycle and environmental conditions. The facility will not be used for battery abuse testing. The laboratory be located within a standard 40ft High Cube 'single trip ' ISO standard shipping container and a store area shall be in an adjacent 10ft 'single trip' ISO standard shipping container. 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/46678153-3c68-4d4c-b68f-138bba2b14e7 |
| 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 | 3 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2018 - 31 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51800000 - Installation services of metal containers

## Release History

- 3 May 2018 at 13:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46678153-3c68-4d4c-b68f-138bba2b14e7
- 3 May 2018 at 13:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46678153-3c68-4d4c-b68f-138bba2b14e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46678153-3c68-4d4c-b68f-138bba2b14e7
  3rd May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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