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title: "Pendulum Impact Tester"
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# Pendulum Impact Tester

Buyer: CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9f65c71-c1b6-4d77-8174-a3f2ad50da9d

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## Summary

The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) in Redcar, United Kingdom, is seeking to procure a Pendulum Impact Tester for plastic packaging materials through an open procedure. This tender is classified under CPV code 38000000, related to laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement process is currently active, with the tender period ending on 31st January 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract, valued at £179,806, is scheduled to commence on 17th February 2025 and run until 16th February 2029. The equipment will support the characterization of novel sustainable plastic packaging, including fully biodegradable and bio-based materials.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specializing in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced testing machines for sustainable materials. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate given the suitability criteria outlined. Companies with experience in developing or providing precision testing equipment for the packaging industry will find this tender particularly relevant. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their market position within the sustainable packaging sector and form a valuable partnership with CPI, a leading innovation centre.

## Notice

CPI require a Pendulum Impact Test machine suitable for use on plastic packaging materials. This equipment will form part of a set of characterisation tools for novel sustainable plastic packaging, e.g. fully biodegradable or bio-based materials. Additional information: For more information please see the tender documentation, that is free to access on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/uk-cpi/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e42454-38ce-4bfc-851b-2b114919e99f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £179,086 |
| 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 | CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION) |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 12:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e42454-38ce-4bfc-851b-2b114919e99f
- 16 Jan 2025 at 12:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e42454-38ce-4bfc-851b-2b114919e99f
- 16 Jan 2025 at 12:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e42454-38ce-4bfc-851b-2b114919e99f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e42454-38ce-4bfc-851b-2b114919e99f
  16th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/uk-cpi/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/uk-cpi/

## Provenance

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