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title: "University of Southampton - Sub-OJEU Open process to procure 250kN Hydraulic Actuator(s)"
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# University of Southampton - Sub-OJEU Open process to procure 250kN Hydraulic Actuator(s)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e09315a4-baab-44eb-b2df-574e78b2591c

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## Summary

The University of Southampton is conducting an open procurement process to acquire a 250kN Hydraulic Actuator, with a total contract value of £41,427. The tender was initiated under the category of Actuators (CPV code: 31131100) and falls within the broader industry classification of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment. The tender period has already ended, concluding on 28th June 2018, and the contract period is set from 27th July 2018 to 28th February 2020. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the successful contractor for this award is Instron GmbH, with the award published on 24th February 2020.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of hydraulic actuators and related laboratory equipment. Companies with experience in precision machinery, especially those capable of meeting OJEU thresholds, would find this tender particularly relevant. The open procedure allows for competitive bidding, making it an attractive opportunity for both established and emerging firms in the field, providing a chance to scale operations and enhance visibility in the market.

## Notice

Purchase of single 280kN Hydraulic Actuator. Tender worded to enable further purchases if required, depending on price and available budget up to OJEU threshold level.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e035f-83dc-4815-be1f-9eb344988688 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2018 - 28 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,427 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £173,625 |
| 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 SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSTRON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 31131100 - Actuators
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42132120 - Hydraulic valve actuators
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2020 at 14:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e035f-83dc-4815-be1f-9eb344988688

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e035f-83dc-4815-be1f-9eb344988688
  24th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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