--- title: "The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. The Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) will support clients and collaborative partners, based in manufacturing and service industries, by assisting in the development of processes and products, as well as providing solutions to problems encountered in these endeavours. Part of the service offering will include a Materials Characterisation Laboratory consisting of a Fourier Transfor" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF HULL" published: "2018-09-07" --- # The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. The Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) will support clients and collaborative partners, based in manufacturing and service industries, by assisting in the development of processes and products, as well as providing solutions to problems encountered in these endeavours. Part of the service offering will include a Materials Characterisation Laboratory consisting of a Fourier Transfor Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HULL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f717628e-36da-4f05-9b38-ec105fbf78f9.json) ## Summary The University of Hull is undertaking a procurement process to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a facility aimed at fostering low carbon innovation, located at Humber Bridgehead. This project, categorised under goods and involving the construction of advanced engineering workshops and office spaces, has a total budget of £80,000. The tender is currently in the active stage and initiatives must be submitted by 20th September 2018, with the contract period set to commence on 10th December 2018 and span until 9th December 2023. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, which is below the threshold for competitive bidding. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in construction, engineering, and innovation sectors, particularly those skilled in developing low carbon technologies. Companies specialising in the provision of laboratory equipment, engineering supplies, and consultancy services would be particularly well-placed to compete for this contract. Engaging in such tenders can enhance business visibility and facilitate growth by establishing partnerships with academia and industry players focused on sustainable development. ## Notice The University of Hull is seeking to construct the Aura Innovation Centre (AIC), a specialist facility supporting low carbon innovation, which comprises a high tech engineering innovation workshop and computing facilities together with conferencing and office space, on land located at the Humber Bridgehead. The Aura Innovation Centre (AIC) will support clients and collaborative partners, based in manufacturing and service industries, by assisting in the development of processes and products, as well as providing solutions to problems encountered in these endeavours. Part of the service offering will include a Materials Characterisation Laboratory consisting of a Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, Thermogravimetric Analysis and Differential Scanning Calorimetry. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e787bb30-ebb3-4439-b650-9d3be899568b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Dec 2018 - 9 Dec 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000 | | 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 HULL | | Locality | HULL | | Post town | Hull | | Postcode | HU6 7RX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of | | Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of | | Electoral ward | University | | Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 33114000 - Spectroscopy devices - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38418000 - Calorimeters ## Release History - 7 Sep 2018 at 11:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e787bb30-ebb3-4439-b650-9d3be899568b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e787bb30-ebb3-4439-b650-9d3be899568b 7th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login University of Hull e-tendering Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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