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title: "Thermomechanical Simulation Testing System (TMSTS) for Metallurgical Processes"
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# Thermomechanical Simulation Testing System (TMSTS) for Metallurgical Processes

Buyer: BRUNEL UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f98c5262-6418-4512-a1e7-8d1a84d42413

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Thermomechanical Simulation Testing System (TMSTS) is being conducted by Brunel University, located in Uxbridge, London. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically classified as "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses)" with a total value estimated at £1,700,000. The open procurement method is being utilised, with the tender period concluding on 1st February 2021. The contract is scheduled to commence on 31st March 2021 and will run until 31st March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs equipped to supply advanced laboratory and testing equipment. Companies specialising in the development of simulation systems and who can provide a comprehensive, turn-key solution for metallurgical processes would be particularly well-suited to compete. With the rising demand for innovative materials and manufacturing technologies within the UK industry, firms participating in this tender can gain valuable experience and visibility in a growing sector.

## Notice

Further to the successful development of the Advanced Metal Casting Centre (AMCC) and the Advanced Metal Processing Centre (AMPC) within the Brunel Centre for Advanced Solidification Technology (BCAST) at Brunel University London (BUL), the third phase development, the Future Metallurgy Centre (FMC), is now being established to expand this unique national facility for light metal research in processing and characterisation for fundamental research and industrial applications. Together with the EPSRC Future Liquid Metal Engineering Hub, AMCC and AMPC, the FMC will provide high performance light alloys, resource efficient manufacturing technologies and component innovations with advanced materials characterisation facilities to meet the long- and mid-term needs of UK industry. A thermomechanical simulation testing system (TMSTS) for simulation of various thermal and mechanical metallurgical processes is for in depth understanding needed for the development of the next generation of alloys for structural applications. The system must include excellent integration of the various component parts, subsystems and software. Additionally, the system must be versatile enough to be configured for research and development applications, with the possibility to modify the operation process during R&D. It is required that the supplier provides a complete solution with a turn-key supply of the system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7521c4e9-dcad-4a7b-ae1e-0b11729030d1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,700,000 |
| 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 | BRUNEL UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 3PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Colham & Cowley |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 1 Feb 2021 at 09:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7521c4e9-dcad-4a7b-ae1e-0b11729030d1
- 29 Jan 2021 at 16:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7521c4e9-dcad-4a7b-ae1e-0b11729030d1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7521c4e9-dcad-4a7b-ae1e-0b11729030d1
  1st February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.brunelesourcing.com

## Provenance

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