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title: "GB-Leeds: R/3501- Solution Blowing Unit"
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# GB-Leeds: R/3501- Solution Blowing Unit

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73867900-9629-426b-a96d-80c637e33f6b

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently conducting a tender for a lab-scale solution blowing unit, identified as R/3501, with a focus on producing nanofibrous webs from various polymer types. This opportunity falls within the textile spinning machines category and is located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. The tender is an open procurement process that began on 4th January 2019 and will remain active until the submission deadline on 16th January 2019. The estimated value of the contract is between £100,000 and £500,000, with the contract period set to commence on 23rd January 2019 and conclude on 23rd January 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in goods related to textiles and manufacturing, particularly those with expertise in research and development of textile production technologies. Businesses that can offer innovative solutions or products that enhance the capabilities of lab-scale equipment would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Participation in this tender could help SMEs expand their market presence and establish partnerships with a prestigious educational institution, thus fostering business growth in the relevant industry.

## Notice

The University of Leeds is seeking tenders for lab-scale solution blowing unit. A lab-scale solution blowing system for R&D purposes is required for the production of nanofibrous webs from a variety of polymer types. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/715e914d-e03b-4829-972a-d6762eb6cdd3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Jan 2019 - 23 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42712000 - Textile spinning machines

## Release History

- 4 Jan 2019 at 09:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/715e914d-e03b-4829-972a-d6762eb6cdd3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/715e914d-e03b-4829-972a-d6762eb6cdd3
  4th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-R/3501--Solution-Blowing-Unit/7BKF5Q4584
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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