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title: "Supply and Installation of Dynamic Triaxial Testing Equipment for the NBIF"
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# Supply and Installation of Dynamic Triaxial Testing Equipment for the NBIF

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8659149-b576-435e-922f-599a7d9a5ea6

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is currently seeking tenders for the supply and installation of Dynamic Triaxial Testing Equipment, an essential apparatus categorised under laboratory and precision equipment (CPV code 38000000). This open procurement process is active and is set to close on 6 December 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 22 December 2017, lasting until 28 February 2018. Tenders must be submitted electronically via the In-Tend platform, with all relevant documentation provided by the specified deadline. The equipment will need to handle various sample sizes and material conditions, underscoring the technical requirements of this procurement.

This opportunity presents a significant growth prospect for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of delivering advanced engineering solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the fields of precision instrumentation and materials testing would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, given the focus on specialised supply and installation. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in delivering technologically sophisticated goods and possess experience in similar procurement processes may find this tender aligns well with their capabilities.

## Notice

Supply and Installation of Dynamic Triaxial Testing Equipment THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM INVITES TENDERS FOR THE SUPPLY OF THE FOLLOWING: Dynamic (Cyclic) Triaxial Testing System o The device should be able to provide i. Ability to handle multiple sample sizes from, specifically 38mm, 50mm and 100mm (approx. sizes) ii. Saturated, Unsaturated and Dry Materials iii. To handle frequencies from 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/8d8226e3-5902-4e19-b2f1-d352e7f7c1bf |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Dec 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2017 at 11:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d8226e3-5902-4e19-b2f1-d352e7f7c1bf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d8226e3-5902-4e19-b2f1-d352e7f7c1bf
  22nd November 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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