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title: "Supply & Installation of a Gas Launcher"
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# Supply & Installation of a Gas Launcher

Buyer: BRUNEL UNIVERSITY LONDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d97a8aba-6e3f-481b-b807-d415868d09d8

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## Summary

The procurement process revolves around Brunel University London, which is seeking bids for the supply and installation of a gas launcher, an item classified under the gas guns category (CPV code: 35312000). This contract is valued at £220,000 and is currently in the tender stage. Interested parties are required to submit their proposals by 21 December 2016. The project will take place at Brunel University's Uxbridge location, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 1 February 2017 and conclude by 31 May 2017. The procurement method adopted for this opportunity is the open procedure, allowing any interested supplier to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing or supplying scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in gas propulsion technologies. Companies that specialise in testing and characterisation systems, especially those capable of handling products suitable for various environmental conditions, would be well-placed to compete. Engaging with this contract could facilitate growth and enhance market visibility, particularly among businesses looking to collaborate with educational institutions and research facilities.

## Notice

The requirement is for a gas launcher that can be configured either as a single stage launcher or as a two stage gas launcher in which the single stage is used as the pump tube. The target applications for this facility are bird strike, soft body impact, debris impact and material characterisation. The system should allow for the tests to be performed in vacuum and atmospheric conditions. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bruneluniversity Additional information: Please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bruneluniversity to view the tender documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec0eb075-f876-45ba-8feb-f07e3a407df8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2017 - 31 May 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £220,000 |
| 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 | BRUNEL UNIVERSITY LONDON |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 3PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Colham & Cowley |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35312000 - Gas guns

## Release History

- 24 Nov 2016 at 09:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec0eb075-f876-45ba-8feb-f07e3a407df8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec0eb075-f876-45ba-8feb-f07e3a407df8
  24th November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bruneluniversity
  Procurement Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.brunel.ac.uk

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