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title: "The Analysis Suite NEDF (New Design and Engineering Facility)"
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# The Analysis Suite NEDF (New Design and Engineering Facility)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8f6086f1-bc60-4663-905f-37992eb532e4

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth is currently managing a procurement process for "The Analysis Suite NEDF (New Design and Engineering Facility)." This initiative falls within the goods sector, specifically focusing on analysis apparatus, and aims to enhance analytical capabilities critical for materials characterisation. The tender process is at the active stage, with submissions due by 10 March 2021. The total budget allocated for this project is £250,000, with a minimum value of £249,000. The implementation of the contract is expected to commence on 2 April 2021 and conclude by 26 September 2022. Delivery will be required at the University’s address located at Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AA, UK.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in analytical equipment and services related to engineering and materials science. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and contribute to enhancing educational experiences or research capabilities may find this project particularly beneficial. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is open and accessible to a diverse range of suppliers, fostering competitive bids that may lead to future collaborations and growth opportunities in the sector.

## Notice

The University of Plymouth is making a PS50M investment in a New Engineering and Design Facility (NEDF) with a comprehensive review of analytical capability. After polling all potential stakeholders across engineering and science in the university, the thermal analysis capability for materials characterisation has been identified as well below the national benchmark (limited to two ageing DSC, in composites and in food, and contracting out TPO/TPR). The consultation has identified that the thermal analysis suite would significantly enhance the student experience, could attract additional research funding, and would provide a resource for testing and consultancy for local commercial enterprises.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f81b65d-6773-406d-bb60-e4ceb7917359 |
| 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 | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2021 - 26 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38432000 - Analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2021 at 12:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f81b65d-6773-406d-bb60-e4ceb7917359

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f81b65d-6773-406d-bb60-e4ceb7917359
  5th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=36499&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement

## Provenance

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