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title: "432 Universal Testing Machine"
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# 432 Universal Testing Machine

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6fe49fdf-da3a-49a2-9e1e-68556f33ab5b

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## Summary

Aston University is seeking to procure a multi-axis Universal Testing Machine (UTM) to assess the mechanical properties of construction materials. The tender, titled "432 Universal Testing Machine," is classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was published on 21 May 2019 and is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 12 June 2019. The total budget for this procurement is £100,000, and the contract is expected to commence on 1 August 2019, lasting until 16 April 2022. Proposals can be submitted online; further details are accessible through the provided links to the tender notices.

This opportunity represents significant potential for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying laboratory and precision testing equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that specialise in high-precision machinery, testing technologies, or related support services would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this tender could enhance market visibility and facilitate long-term partnerships, particularly within the construction materials sector, thereby fostering business growth.

## Notice

Aston requires a multi-axis Universal Testing Machine (UTM) to measure the static and dynamic mechanical material properties (modulus, strength, creep, fatigue and fracture) of construction materials (asphalt mixture, unbound aggregates and soils) at uniaxial and triaxial conditions. Link to ITT oportunity is https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e3df8db3-df7b-e911-80f7-005056b64545

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c2fc91-afc5-49bb-bd6f-ec2e9ca739fa |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2019 - 16 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 21 May 2019 at 15:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c2fc91-afc5-49bb-bd6f-ec2e9ca739fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c2fc91-afc5-49bb-bd6f-ec2e9ca739fa
  21st May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e3df8db3-df7b-e911-80f7-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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