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title: "Development of an Electrical Control Unit (ECU) R&D/040/P125"
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# Development of an Electrical Control Unit (ECU) R&D/040/P125

Buyer: SPARKFUND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2e2614a-c1e3-459c-b3d1-a471498abdd5

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## Summary

The procurement process involves SparkFund, located in Hull, England, which is seeking qualified suppliers for the "Development of an Electrical Control Unit (ECU)". The project falls under the services category, specifically related to compressed air and research and development services. The tender is currently in the open stage, with submissions due by 8th October 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 21st October 2019 and will last until 17th January 2020. The procurement method used for this tender is an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical engineering, research and development, and related consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly welcome to compete, providing a unique chance for innovation in the electrical control unit sector. Companies with expertise in compressed air systems, design consultancy, and safety equipment development will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities, potentially enhancing their market presence and fostering business growth.

## Notice

A SparkFund Business would like to commission the services of a suitable qualified and experienced supplier for the development of an Electrical Control Unit (ECU).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8423c119-c66a-4727-9b41-430f073b87e8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2019 - 17 Jan 2020 |
| 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 | SPARKFUND |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 24113200 - Compressed air
- 31131100 - Actuators
- 31161000 - Parts for electrical motors and generators
- 31527260 - Lighting systems
- 31610000 - Electrical equipment for engines and vehicles
- 31681400 - Electrical components
- 31681410 - Electrical materials
- 31712341 - Light-emitting diodes
- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 34310000 - Engines and engine parts
- 34311000 - Engines
- 34311100 - Internal-combustion engines for motor vehicles and motorcycles
- 34312000 - Engine parts
- 34320000 - Mechanical spare parts except engines and engine parts
- 34990000 - Control, safety, signalling and light equipment
- 35113000 - Safety equipment
- 45231500 - Compressed-air pipeline work
- 71340000 - Integrated engineering services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79417000 - Safety consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2019 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8423c119-c66a-4727-9b41-430f073b87e8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8423c119-c66a-4727-9b41-430f073b87e8
  24th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP158241
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.spark-fund.co.uk

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