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title: "GB-Leicester: LUV00981 University of Leicester - Supply of Tribometer(s)"
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# GB-Leicester: LUV00981 University of Leicester - Supply of Tribometer(s)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8611e88e-6258-4148-9534-b6ad878049b9

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## Summary

The University of Leicester is initiating a public procurement process titled "Supply of Tribometer(s)" with an estimated contract value of £500,000. This procurement falls within the industry category of testing and measuring equipment and is currently in the tender stage. The tender period is set to end on 28th January 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 5th February 2021 and run until 31st March 2021. The procurement will be conducted using an open procedure, allowing a wide array of suppliers to participate, specifically targeting suppliers capable of providing tribometers suitable for high-temperature and corrosive environments.

This opportunity presents valuable prospects for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the manufacture or supply of scientific testing equipment. Businesses with expertise in delivering high-precision machines that meet stringent quality standards, particularly in laboratory and engineering environments, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract could enhance market visibility and catalyse further growth within the industry, given its focus on innovative and high-performance testing solutions.

## Notice

The supply, installation and commissioning of high temperature and corrosive environment-enabled tribometer(s) 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/0095d9be-64d9-402a-bc3f-d4a0d4c627fc |
| 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 | 8 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| 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 LEICESTER |
| Locality | WIGSTON |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE18 3TY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Oadby and Wigston |
| Electoral ward | Wigston Meadowcourt |
| Westminster constituency | Harborough, Oadby and Wigston |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2021 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0095d9be-64d9-402a-bc3f-d4a0d4c627fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0095d9be-64d9-402a-bc3f-d4a0d4c627fc
  8th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leicester:-LUV00981-University-of-Leicester---Supply-of-Tribometer%28s%29/69UHSP73KM
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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