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title: "Supply of Distributed Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System"
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# Supply of Distributed Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a275cd0a-f106-44d4-a0ee-1c78d548628a

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking bids for the supply of a Distributed Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System, essential for civil engineering applications. This procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 20th October 2017. The contract will commence on 22nd November 2017 and run until 29th December 2017. The procurement employs an open procedure and falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with delivery addresses including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fibre-optic materials and optical-fibre cables for data transmission. Companies with expertise in providing reliable equipment, service packages, and technical support would be particularly well-suited to participate. The University’s focus on quality and operational support within the civil engineering sector highlights potential growth for suppliers capable of meeting these demands.

## Notice

Supply of a Fibre Optic Strain Measurement The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of a Distributed fibre optic strain measurement system for civil engineering applications. This unit will be used in the NBIF projects to provide distributed strain measurements from optic fibres attached to structures (including those made from concrete, plastic and steel) for structural and geotechnical applications (e.g. foundations, buried pipes and retaining walls). A reliable service package is required to ensure the full upkeep and efficiency of the product. This can range from service care contracts for durations after installation to warranties for equipment and what they include. This also will include all technical support and training as well as potential application requirements in the future. The suppliers will agree to provide operational support for the duration of the paid for service contract. Additional information: All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51efc4e8-8d02-4c99-b1a7-3bb550301d4a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2017 - 29 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | EDGBASTON |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 32560000 - Fibre-optic materials
- 32562300 - Optical-fibre cables for data transmission
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2017 at 13:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51efc4e8-8d02-4c99-b1a7-3bb550301d4a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51efc4e8-8d02-4c99-b1a7-3bb550301d4a
  11th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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