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title: "GB-Leeds: E/2932"
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# GB-Leeds: E/2932

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d822115a-49e3-47fa-9353-9635a4a86a84

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is conducting a tender process for the procurement of a Single Station Friction Simulator, aimed at supporting research and testing within the field of mechanical engineering. This opportunity falls under the goods category, specifically classified as research, testing and scientific technical simulators (CPV code: 38970000). The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 12 March 2018. The delivery location for the goods is Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, and the contract is expected to commence on 26 March 2018, lasting until 26 March 2020. The total estimated value of the tender is £100,000, with a minimum value of £50,000.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the engineering and technical equipment sectors to participate in a competitive procurement process. Companies specialising in the development and supply of simulation technology, as well as those experienced in research and testing equipment, will find this particularly relevant. By participating, these businesses can not only secure a potentially lucrative contract but also enhance their reputation and foster relationships within the academic and research communities.

## Notice

The School of Mechanical Engineering at University of Leeds is seeking tenders for a Single Station Friction Simulator. The unit can be used for the assessment of human/animal cadaveric joints within physiologically suitable environments as well as more traditional types of replacement technology. 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/bb2579b9-856b-49f5-8b73-bc584b94bbc5 |
| 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 | 8 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2018 - 26 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2018 at 17:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb2579b9-856b-49f5-8b73-bc584b94bbc5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb2579b9-856b-49f5-8b73-bc584b94bbc5
  8th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-E/2932/R34WXJ37EX
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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