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title: "Wind Tunnel"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
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# Wind Tunnel

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-939b89f4-2d36-43db-9dc5-a03072eba484

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth is conducting a procurement process titled "Wind Tunnel," aimed at establishing a Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel within its Energy Laboratory. This initiative falls within the wind-energy industry category, with a total contract value of £1,920,000. The procurement method utilised is a limited tender, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The tender period has concluded, with the contract expected to run from 1 January 2021 to 2 October 2023, located in Plymouth, England.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on engineering and design, particularly those specialising in wind-energy technology and equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly suited to compete for this tender. By participating in this procurement process, companies can enhance their reputation and expand their operational capabilities in a growing sector dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.

## Notice

The University of Plymouth is looking to reinforce its reputation as an innovative center of excellence for engineering and design research, teaching and learning. A new capability for NEDF (New Engineering and Design Facility) will be a Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel that will be installed within the Energy Laboratory on the lower ground floor of the building.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6760ad30-f6ff-45af-a9e8-170c01caca3c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2021 - 2 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,920,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,920,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AERODYNAMIC TEST EQUIPMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31121300 - Wind-energy generators
- 31121320 - Wind turbines
- 31121330 - Wind turbine generators

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2021 at 12:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6760ad30-f6ff-45af-a9e8-170c01caca3c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6760ad30-f6ff-45af-a9e8-170c01caca3c
  30th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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