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title: "GB-Leicester: LUV00981 University of Leicester - Supply of Tribometer(s)"
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# GB-Leicester: LUV00981 University of Leicester - Supply of Tribometer(s)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6ee4397-4a7f-4e19-a976-d3a929efced0

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the University of Leicester, which has issued a tender titled "Supply of Tribometer(s)" for the supply, installation, and commissioning of machines designed for high-temperature and corrosive environments. This contract falls within the testing and measuring apparatus category, specifically classified under CPV code 38540000. The procurement method applied is an open procedure, and the contract value is set at £150,286. The tender period concluded on 17 February 2021, with the contract commencing on 22 February 2021 and running until 31 March 2021. The location for delivery is in the East Midlands, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the engineering and manufacturing sectors. Companies that specialise in manufacturing or supplying scientific instruments, particularly those with capabilities in high-temperature and corrosive environments, would be well-suited to compete. Given the emphasis on SMEs in the tender's suitability criteria, this is an advantageous opportunity for smaller firms aiming to expand their market presence and forge partnerships with established educational institutions.

## Notice

The supply, installation and commissioning of high temperature and corrosive environment-enabled tribometer(s) 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/451620db-b8d5-4937-ae34-591f6e3e1362 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,286 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,286 |
| 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 LEICESTER |
| Locality | WIGSTON |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE18 3TY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Oadby and Wigston |
| Electoral ward | Wigston Meadowcourt |
| Westminster constituency | Harborough, Oadby and Wigston |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX TRIBOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 22 Feb 2021 at 15:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/451620db-b8d5-4937-ae34-591f6e3e1362

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/451620db-b8d5-4937-ae34-591f6e3e1362
  22nd February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=572364916
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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