--- title: "Tender for the Supply and Installation of Particle Imaging Velocimetry Equipment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2017-07-17" --- # Tender for the Supply and Installation of Particle Imaging Velocimetry Equipment Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c84d6136-2a6d-4b09-b381-50175ce20a22.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is currently conducting a tender process for the supply and installation of Particle Imaging Velocimetry Equipment, classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The tender, identified as SC5710/17, is ongoing, with proposals required by 14 August 2017. The contract is expected to commence on the same day and will run until 28 February 2018. Delivery will be to a specified location in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, and the procurement falls under the goods category. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced optical instruments, particularly those with experience in laser technology and data logging systems. Companies equipped to provide installation and training services, as well as ongoing support packages, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they fit the suitability criteria for this procurement opportunity. ## Notice Tender for the Supply and Installation of Particle Imaging Velocimetry Equipment Three dimensional PIV system o The device should be able to provide three dimensional velocity fields over both a thin plane of area 0.5m x 0.5m or over a measuring volume of at least 0.5m x 0.5m x 0.5m, with a sampling rate of at least 1000 samples / sec. Variations to this specification would be considered. o Velocities in the range of 0 to 40m/s, with an accuracy of 0.2m/s o The laser light source and optical system must be compliant with IEC 60825-1:2014 o A suitable seeding system shall be provided that is appropriate to the TRAIN Rig conditions. o A full data logging and processing system shall be provided, with the ability to download data to all common analysis platforms. o The quote should include on site installation of the system at the TRAIN Rig o A training package must be provided for a group of users Support and service help 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: 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/28485913-261a-428c-81ee-64d3da0fae4f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jul 2017 | | Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Aug 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) - 38600000 - Optical instruments - 38636000 - Specialist optical instruments - 38636100 - Lasers ## Release History - 17 Jul 2017 at 09:26 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28485913-261a-428c-81ee-64d3da0fae4f - 13 Jul 2017 at 07:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28485913-261a-428c-81ee-64d3da0fae4f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28485913-261a-428c-81ee-64d3da0fae4f 17th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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