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title: "GB-Leeds: 2929 - Automatic Triaxial System"
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# GB-Leeds: 2929 - Automatic Triaxial System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae89f2d9-34ae-4d9c-840e-d7aab082e80b

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is inviting tenders for an Automatic Triaxial Testing Machine under the procurement title "GB-Leeds: 2929 - Automatic Triaxial System." This procurement falls within the goods category and is classified under the CPV code for "Instruments for checking physical characteristics." The tender is currently in the open stage and the deadline for submissions is set for 21 September 2017. Delivery of this equipment will be required in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, with a contract start date of 16 October 2017 and a one-year contract period.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment or testing instruments, particularly those providing hydraulic control systems or relevant software solutions. The contracting authority has indicated a preference for SMEs, making this an accessible opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the educational and research sectors. Competitors should be prepared to supply high-quality products along with necessary technical support and warranties to meet the requirements outlined in the tender documentation.

## Notice

The University of Leeds is seeking tenders for an Automatic Triaxial Testing Machine. We require an Axial Load unit (including servo hydraulic control console and compression frame with a minimum rating of 2000 kN) and confining pressure control unit suitable for triaxial testing. In combination, we are seeking tenders for an Axial Load Unit and Confining pressure control unit allow the performance of full stress-path tests, in full automatic mode. Software must be included for compression, flexure, indirect tensile tests, and elastic modulus determination, Rock testing [uniaxial and triaxial] must be possible in load, displacement and strain control. PC and printer are to be included. Quotation is to include delivery Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3034afe-d2c2-49b2-a80d-81509e858dbe |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Oct 2017 - 16 Oct 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 31 Aug 2017 at 11:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3034afe-d2c2-49b2-a80d-81509e858dbe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3034afe-d2c2-49b2-a80d-81509e858dbe
  31st August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-2929---Automatic-Triaxial-System/636Z66MTMR
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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