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title: "Polymer Melt Rheometer"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-715486af-c3a2-4792-a618-60461a265168"
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buyer: "CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED"
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# Polymer Melt Rheometer

Buyer: CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-715486af-c3a2-4792-a618-60461a265168

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## Summary

The Centre for Process Innovation Limited has initiated a procurement process for the "Polymer Melt Rheometer," which falls under the industry category of rheometers. This open tender is currently in the Award stage, with the contract valued at £75,000. Key deadlines include the tender submission deadline on 11 January 2017 and the contract period commencing on 27 March 2017, running until 26 March 2019. The delivery is expected in the North East region of the United Kingdom, with additional support in terms of training and supply of consumables included in the project scope, which is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in the supply of high-tech measuring equipment and consultancy services. Businesses with expertise in rheometers and related technologies, as well as experience in installation, commissioning, and user training, would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this contract could not only enhance market presence but also foster long-term collaboration with a key player in process innovation.

## Notice

This contract is for the Supply, Installation and Commissioning of a Polymer Melt Rheometer, including packing, shipping, delivery and training of users. The supply of consumables / spare and replacement parts is also to be included in the scope of this contract. Additional information: This project is part-funded by European Regional Development Fund

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34354df1-5f96-4983-a7fc-966ac49eafa8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2017 - 1 Feb 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,448 |
| 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 | CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED |
| Locality | REDAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TA INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38428000 - Rheometers

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2017 at 09:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34354df1-5f96-4983-a7fc-966ac49eafa8
- 16 Dec 2016 at 14:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b5f516-cb26-4377-9bb4-c758ad92aaf3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34354df1-5f96-4983-a7fc-966ac49eafa8
  3rd February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b5f516-cb26-4377-9bb4-c758ad92aaf3
  16th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2a1633d2-f6cf-4fc5-b8d1-be0d7ea43813
  Tender Documents
- http://www.uk-cpi.com/tenders
  CPI Website

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uk-cpi.com

## Provenance

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