--- title: "Supply and Installation of Multiple Axis Cyclic Dynamic Shear System for the NBIF" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2017-11-22" --- # Supply and Installation of Multiple Axis Cyclic Dynamic Shear System for the NBIF Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-de533b0a-6327-4812-8a14-aea13ac3a28f.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is inviting tenders for the supply and installation of a Multiple Axis Cyclic Dynamic Shear System, a piece of laboratory equipment, classified under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement process, currently in the Tender stage, is open and is to be submitted by 6th December 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 22nd December 2017 and continue until 28th February 2018, with delivery based in Edgbaston, West Midlands, UK. The procurement method is defined as an open procedure, which is generally accessible to a wide range of suppliers. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, engineering, or technical support services to engage in a significant contract with a reputable educational institution. Companies that can effectively provide advanced shear testing apparatus and offer comprehensive maintenance and training services would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this opportunity advantageous due to the potential for future collaborations within the academic sector. ## Notice Supply and Installation of Multiple Axis Cyclic Dynamic Shears System THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM INVITES TENDERS FOR THE SUPPLY OF THE FOLLOWING: Multiple Axes Cyclic Dynamic Shear Apparatus o Types of control required by the device include: i. Single and Multi-stage tests ii. Consolidation iii. Constant sample area (K0, Kzero) iv. Cyclic shear (simple and multiple axes) v. Rotating direction of shear vi. Stress and Strain vii. Automatic loading viii. Consolidation (Axial load) force of 5kN or above ix. X and Y axes loads of 2kN or above x. X and Y axes displacement accuracy 0.1 or better over measured range xi. Low frequency cyclic loading up to 1Hz or above xii. Constant displacement (load response) xiii. Static load (displacement response) xiv. Ability to handle multiple sample sizes from 50mm and above o In addition the following are required or considered xv. Single and Multi-stage tests xvi. Local and remote control options. xvii. Multiple waveforms (optional) xviii. Programmable experimental sequences xix. Optional Saturated and unsaturated testing xx. Optional Bender elements xxi. Optional Cell pressure Support and service help A reliable service package is required to ensure the full upkeep and efficiency of the product. This can range from service care contracts for durations after installation to warranties for equipment and please specify what they include. This also will include all technical support and training as well as potential application requirements in the future. The suppliers will agree to provide operational support for the duration of the paid for service contract. A 2 year warrantee with options to extend to 5 years. All tender questions must be answered within the tender form to facilitate comparison of responses. Please do not just put refer to attached documentation. You may refer to attached documentation in addition to the form answer. Additional information: All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab4508f9-0242-4eaf-9420-0f9f4d782bd4 | | 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 | 22 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 22 Dec 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 22 Nov 2017 at 11:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab4508f9-0242-4eaf-9420-0f9f4d782bd4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab4508f9-0242-4eaf-9420-0f9f4d782bd4 22nd November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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