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title: "(NU/1537) Construction & Supply of Experimental Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) Wastewater Treatment Pilot Plants"
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# (NU/1537) Construction & Supply of Experimental Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) Wastewater Treatment Pilot Plants

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e922d229-fb51-4769-bd4c-205267b2faa1

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## Summary

Newcastle University is currently seeking tenders for the construction and supply of triplicate experimental Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) wastewater treatment pilot plants under the title "(NU/1537) Construction & Supply of Experimental Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) Wastewater Treatment Pilot Plants." This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 45222100, takes place in the North East region of England and is in the Tender stage. The deadline for submitting proposals is set for 2nd December 2019 at 12:00 GMT, with an anticipated contract start date of 20th December 2019 and an end date of 31st March 2020. The project is expected to have a total value of £250,000 and follows an open procurement method, allowing multiple bidders to participate.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and environmental services, particularly those with expertise in wastewater treatment technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project is open to diverse suppliers capable of delivering the specified reactor systems along with after-sales support and warranty services. Companies that can meet the technical requirements and demonstrate innovation in this field will be well-positioned to benefit from this project.

## Notice

Newcastle University invites tenders for the supply and installation of triplicate experimental Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) pilot plants. The pilot plants are part of a unique wastewater treatment pilot plant facility through a joint collaboration between Newcastle University (NU) and Northumbrian Water Ltd. (NWL) located at Birtley sewage treatment works and operated using real wastewater The scope of this contract is for the construction, supply, delivery, and wet-testing of three experimental Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) reactors as detailed in the Invitation to Tender document, to the University, with after-sales support and minimum 12 months warranty and maintenance. Expressions of interest in this project can be made by registering via the University's e-tendering portal at: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=fe26dbed-d8fb-e911-80fb-005056b64545 The contract reference is NU/1537. The deadline for submitting a tender is 2.12.2019 at 12.00 GMT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/543f924c-6bc9-48f3-8c31-eaf24cfdeecc |
| 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 | 4 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45222100 - Waste-treatment plant construction work

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2019 at 08:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/543f924c-6bc9-48f3-8c31-eaf24cfdeecc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/543f924c-6bc9-48f3-8c31-eaf24cfdeecc
  4th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fe26dbed-d8fb-e911-80fb-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=fe26dbed-d8fb-e911-80fb-005056b64545

## Provenance

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