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title: "The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. This opportunity is for a Rotational Rheometer to be used in the Rheology Suite. To access this opportunity please visit: https://www.proactisplaza.com/supplierportal/?cid=UNIHULL"
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# The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. This opportunity is for a Rotational Rheometer to be used in the Rheology Suite. To access this opportunity please visit: https://www.proactisplaza.com/supplierportal/?cid=UNIHULL

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64e9c99c-5acc-4a66-b3a5-c7fd68d20a45

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## Summary

The University of Hull is undertaking a procurement process related to the construction of the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), which will feature facilities for low carbon innovation, including a high-tech engineering workshop and office space. This initiative is categorized under the goods industry, specifically relating to Rheometers, and is located at the Humber Bridgehead. The tender period for this opportunity closed on 4th October 2018, with a contract period starting on 10th December 2018 and extending until 9th December 2023. The University has issued this tender using an open procurement method, designed to ensure transparency and accessibility for potential suppliers.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses looking to expand in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in scientific equipment. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender explicitly supports their involvement. Interested companies should assess their capabilities in providing goods relevant to the low carbon innovation field, making them well-suited candidates for competing in this process.

## Notice

The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. This opportunity is for a Rotational Rheometer to be used in the Rheology Suite.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/216c2f5e-6c2a-4fe6-9d63-47db2e92b77c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2018 - 9 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,990 |
| 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 HULL |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TA INSTRUMENTS-A DIVISION OF WATERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38428000 - Rheometers

## Release History

- 21 May 2019 at 10:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/216c2f5e-6c2a-4fe6-9d63-47db2e92b77c
- 7 Dec 2018 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/216c2f5e-6c2a-4fe6-9d63-47db2e92b77c
- 20 Sep 2018 at 08:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91abdc47-53f6-404a-b839-99c0ef421af8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/216c2f5e-6c2a-4fe6-9d63-47db2e92b77c
  7th December 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91abdc47-53f6-404a-b839-99c0ef421af8
  20th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
  University of Hull e-tendering Portal

## Notice URLs

- https://www.proactisplaza.com/supplierportal/?cid=UNIHULL

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