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title: "1MW DC Power Supply"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM"
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# 1MW DC Power Supply

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc53ece1-2657-4c48-b416-6356c60dbc77

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is currently seeking bids for a project titled "1MW DC Power Supply". This procurement falls under the industry category of power supply transformers and electrical apparatus for circuit protection, and it is located in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 6th January 2021 at 11:30 AM. The overall contract is valued at £500,000, and it encompasses the design, build, installation, supply, and maintenance of a bi-directional DC power supply that operates at 1200 VDC for research purposes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the design and manufacture of electrical supply systems, particularly those with capabilities in power electronics and technical support services. Companies that focus on innovative electrical solutions and have experience in research collaborations may particularly benefit. Interested parties should ensure to register and express their interest through the University’s e-tendering system, following the outlined procedures to facilitate successful bidding.

## Notice

This tender is for the design, build, installation, supply, commissioning and training of a bi-directional DC power supply that can provide 1MW of DC Power at 1200 VDC in the research field of electrified propulsion, that meets the requirements set out in the tender document. The Contract will be established for an initial provision of equipment and a minimum 12-month warranty period with additional three years for technical support and maintenance services on an ongoing basis. Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITY'S E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tendering. To EXPRESS INTEREST: Please first register on the eTendering system then Login and go to Tenders. Find the project scroll down to View Details and then scroll down to the Express Interest' button at the foot on the right hand side. NOTE: To make sure you receive our email notifications. to ensure our emails reach your inbox please add our email domain @in-tend.co.uk to your safe senders list and check your spam filter settings.. Once you have registered, log-in and go to Current Tenders/view printable details, then expressed interest in the project. Once you have registered, expressed interest in the project AND your EOI will be accepted and an email will automatically be sent notifying you (to the inserted publish email address at point of registration) that it has been accepted and a second email notifying you that the documents have been published to your site under 'My Tenders'. Internet Explorer (not Mozilla Firefox) should be used and pop ups must be allowed. All correspondence relating to this project should only be made through the e-Tendering web site. Click on CREATE NEW CORRESPONDENCE once you have logged on to the Web site and follow the instructions. Select send message via web option rather than 'by email' option as this is received by the host company not directly to UoN. HELP?: Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site (including if you get locked out), contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368e2fd6-87df-49cc-88d6-42bd588c5bfa |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jan 2021 - 28 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Radford |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31174000 - Power supply transformers
- 31210000 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2020 at 11:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368e2fd6-87df-49cc-88d6-42bd588c5bfa
- 4 Dec 2020 at 11:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368e2fd6-87df-49cc-88d6-42bd588c5bfa
- 4 Dec 2020 at 09:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368e2fd6-87df-49cc-88d6-42bd588c5bfa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368e2fd6-87df-49cc-88d6-42bd588c5bfa
  4th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/

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