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title: "(NU/1623) Supply of a Stereoscopic Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System"
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# (NU/1623) Supply of a Stereoscopic Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fad9ee62-73f4-4d8c-9736-2e1a6021b030

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Newcastle University seeking to purchase a Stereoscopic Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System, valued at £135,000. This initiative falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with the contract period commencing on 1st April 2021 and concluding on 30th June 2021. The procurement was carried out via an open procedure, and the tender period closed on 12th February 2021. The contract has been awarded to LaVisionUK Ltd, which is now responsible for supplying the equipment along with after-sales support and a 36-month warranty.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the laboratory equipment sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can fulfil the technical specifications outlined in the tender. Companies specialising in precision instruments, optical technology, or those offering related support services would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging with Newcastle University could lead to further collaboration and expansion within the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

The University has recently been awarded an EPSRC equipment grant and wants to purchase a Stereoscopic Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System. The objectives of the equipment are summarized as follows: * To obtain stereo particle image velocimetry (SPIV) measurements in (i) a wind tunnel at speeds up to 35 m/s, and (ii) in water flumes at speeds up 1 m/s. The scope of this contract is for the supply of the equipment as detailed in the ITT to the University, with after-sales support and 36 months warranty and maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828b5231-c9d6-4368-9f35-b57e628eec8e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £152,426 |
| 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 | 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), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2021 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828b5231-c9d6-4368-9f35-b57e628eec8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828b5231-c9d6-4368-9f35-b57e628eec8e
  21st April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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