---
title: "Materials Characterisation The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. The Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) will support clients and collaborative partners, based in manufacturing and service industries, by assisting in the development of processes and products, as well as providing solutions to problems encountered in these endeavours. Part of the service offering will include a Materials Characterisation Lab"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF HULL"
published: "2018-12-07"
---

# Materials Characterisation The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. The Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) will support clients and collaborative partners, based in manufacturing and service industries, by assisting in the development of processes and products, as well as providing solutions to problems encountered in these endeavours. Part of the service offering will include a Materials Characterisation Lab

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c.json)

## Summary

The University of Hull is currently in the award stage of a public procurement process for the construction of the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) at Humber Bridgehead. This facility will focus on low carbon innovation, featuring a high-tech engineering innovation workshop, computing facilities, and a Materials Characterisation Laboratory. The contract, valued at £145,000, was awarded to METTLER-TOLEDO LIMITED, with the project period spanning from 10th December 2018 to 9th December 2019. The procurement method followed was an open procedure, allowing for broader participation in the tender process.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction and laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in spectroscopy devices and advanced scientific instrumentation. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for low carbon initiatives or have expertise in developing high-tech facilities would find this tender advantageous. Furthermore, businesses looking to collaborate with academic institutions may also benefit from the partnerships fostered by the Aura Innovation Centre's focus on supporting clients in the manufacturing and service industries.

## Notice

The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. The Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) will support clients and collaborative partners, based in manufacturing and service industries, by assisting in the development of processes and products, as well as providing solutions to problems encountered in these endeavours. Part of the service offering will include a Materials Characterisation Laboratory consisting of a Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, Thermogravimetric Analysis and Differential Scanning Calorimetry.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d208b275-dd5a-4319-97a9-e11959803229 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2018 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2018 - 9 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £145,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF HULL |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | METTLER-TOLEDO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33114000 - Spectroscopy devices
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38418000 - Calorimeters

## Release History

- 7 Dec 2018 at 14:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d208b275-dd5a-4319-97a9-e11959803229
- 25 Sep 2018 at 14:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/457de179-a799-468c-96f0-268d1638476c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d208b275-dd5a-4319-97a9-e11959803229
  7th December 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/457de179-a799-468c-96f0-268d1638476c
  25th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
  University of Hull e-tendering Portal

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2fef066-a377-4237-b510-39733812024c.json.