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title: "Bio-Mass Test Rig"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f7146a20-f627-4067-82bb-f0abb1a8132b"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD"
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# Bio-Mass Test Rig

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f7146a20-f627-4067-82bb-f0abb1a8132b

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is currently seeking proposals for the "Bio-Mass Test Rig" as part of its initiative to bolster the bioenergy research capabilities within the Energy 2050 programme. This open procurement process, classified under the CPV code for energy and related services, is taking place in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The tender period will close on 28 June 2017, with an anticipated contract start date of 29 September 2017. The total estimated value of the contract is £100,000, and interested parties can obtain tender documents exclusively via the In-tend platform.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the biomass energy sector, particularly those specialising in the design and supply of energy infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider participating, as the procurement is accessible and aimed at fostering innovation. Companies involved in the manufacture or supply of boilers, particularly those equipped to provide solutions for wood chip and biomass fuel systems, will find this project aligns well with their services and expertise.

## Notice

To support the growing needs of the BIOENERGY research area within Energy 2050 at the University of Sheffield, PACT requires a minimum 155kWth to a maximum 340kWth, ideally 160-220kWth grate boiler for wood chip and wood/biomass pellets (possibly via an interchangeable fuel feed system) to complement its existing facilities. The boiler will primarily support Bioenergy research focused on fuel development and testing, and utilisation in CCS Technologies with a connection (by PACT from spur and valve from boiler's flue gas duct) to an onsite CO2 capture plant. (further details are available within the ITT document) Additional information: The tender documents for this requirement can only be obtained via the In-tend site referred to above. All enquiries & any tender returns must also be made via this site. (This requirement was previously published as tender ref. 1650/DM which unfortunately we were not in a position to award)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2787755-4d7f-40b8-8db0-6979383bd578 |
| 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 | 6 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2017 |
| 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 SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314000 - Energy and related services

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2017 at 13:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2787755-4d7f-40b8-8db0-6979383bd578

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2787755-4d7f-40b8-8db0-6979383bd578
  6th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home
  In-Tend

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