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title: "GB-Bath: Teaching tensile/compression test system"
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# GB-Bath: Teaching tensile/compression test system

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff0a6929-b71d-4dba-945c-9fcedfed9e31

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## Summary

The University of Bath is seeking bids for the procurement of a teaching tensile/compression test system, which will support undergraduate instruction in materials and solid mechanics. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period scheduled to close on 22 July 2022. The estimated contract value is between £50,000 and £100,000, and the delivery is expected to take place in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing broad participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in manufacturing testing and measuring equipment. Businesses that understand the educational sector's requirements and are capable of delivering high-quality, effective testing machinery would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will play a vital role in supporting academia and enhancing the educational experience for students at the University of Bath.

## Notice

The University of Bath requires a mechanical test system to support undergraduate teaching in materials and solid mechanics.This system is intended for simple undergraduate test samples e.g. tension of a simple framework for demonstrating structural redundancy. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9TAS5Q2PZ8

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17a20cb0-3687-4f57-9d28-0812a3ce1224 |
| 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 | 7 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2022 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| 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 BATH |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 7AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bathwick |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2022 at 15:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17a20cb0-3687-4f57-9d28-0812a3ce1224

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17a20cb0-3687-4f57-9d28-0812a3ce1224
  7th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bath:-Teaching-tensile/compression-test-system/9TAS5Q2PZ8
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9TAS5Q2PZ8

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