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title: "8801 100KN servo-hydraulic test frame - spec'd for use with existing infrastructure."
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# 8801 100KN servo-hydraulic test frame - spec'd for use with existing infrastructure.

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a0986e78-894e-4cc8-b681-afc160cbd01c

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking to replace its servo-hydraulic load frame with a new system suited for its existing infrastructure, specifically a 8801 100KN servo-hydraulic test frame. This procurement falls under the goods category within the civil engineering machinery industry. The procurement process is at the Award stage, with a contract value of £77,655.60. The contract period commenced on 22nd February 2022 and concluded on the same day. This single tender action was generated to expedite the procurement due to the specific requirements posed by the existing equipment. The delivery location is within the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in civil engineering machinery and related goods. Companies capable of providing high-end testing equipment, especially those with familiarity in collaborating with established infrastructures, are well-positioned to compete. Given the ongoing investment in Instron test equipment at the University of Nottingham, businesses that can offer compatible and bespoke solutions may find substantial avenues for engagement in research and educational projects.

## Notice

NTEC, FoE have been in the process of seeking a replacement servo-hydraulic load frame to work in conjunction with the NTEC building existing servo-hydraulic infrastructure and existing FoE equipment. I have approached 5 large suppliers across Europe of which only 2 (Instron and ZwickRoell) were prepared to offer a solution. Instron have visited our facility and designed a system around or building and the existing laboratory hardware. The FoE already have a substantial investment in Instron test equipment, as such ancillary modular components are available to be borrowed from around the faculty free of charge. These components are brand specific and are of a substantial cost. This equipment is/will be used for research and teaching; to engage an alternative supplier would incur a significant time cost and result in required changes to planned hands on teaching and research projects.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1fae8e6-0c8d-40c3-bdd4-eacb98bd6633 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2022 - 22 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £77,655 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £77,655 |
| 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 NOTTINGHAM (THE) |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Lenton & Wollaton East |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSTRON HOLDINGS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 43310000 - Civil engineering machinery

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2022 at 08:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1fae8e6-0c8d-40c3-bdd4-eacb98bd6633

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1fae8e6-0c8d-40c3-bdd4-eacb98bd6633
  5th July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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