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title: "WP2.2: Mechanical Properties Testing"
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# WP2.2: Mechanical Properties Testing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03668d

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has completed a tender process for the procurement of goods related to "WP2.2: Mechanical Properties Testing". The tender involved the acquisition of equipment for materials characterisation and analysis within the electronic equipment category. The process began on 3rd April 2023, and the award was granted to various suppliers, including Instron - Division of ITW Ltd. The University of Plymouth, based in Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom, led this procurement activity.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses operating in the electronic equipment industry to engage with the University of Plymouth. Companies specializing in mechanical installations, electronic equipment, or software packages may find this tender particularly relevant. With an open procurement method, the process included multiple lots such as Mechanical Test Machines and Impact Test Machines. Businesses aiming to provide quality goods aligned with the university's requirements should consider participating in similar tender opportunities.

## Notice

The Materials Characterisation and Heavy Structures Laboratories have two roles: 1. To provide engineering students with a hands-on experience of materials characterisation and analysis techniques using industry standard equipment and testing methods. 2. To provide a facility for materials characterisation and analysis of a broad range of engineering materials and small components for research and commercial applications.

### Lot Information

Mechanical Test Machines

The Materials Characterisation and Heavy Structures Laboratories have two roles: 1. To provide engineering students with a hands-on experience of materials characterisation and analysis techniques using industry standard equipment and testing methods. 2. To provide a facility for materials characterisation and analysis of a broad range of engineering materials and small components for research and commercial applications.

2

Non-Contacting Video Extensometer

Hardness Test Machine

Micro-Hardness Tester

Impact Test Machine

Motorized Pendulum Impact Tester

Concrete Compression Test Machine

Four-Column Compression Test Machine

Upgrade Existing Mechanical Test Machines

Firmware and Software Upgrade

On-Site Relocation of Existing Test Machines

On-Site Relocation of Existing Test Machines

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009676-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2023 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2022 - 30 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £460,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £802,940 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England), TLK41 Plymouth |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | CONTROLS TESTING; DWE SCIENTIFIC; INSTRON - DIVISION OF ITW; ZWICKROELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 31700000 - Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies
- 31710000 - Electronic equipment
- 31720000 - Electromechanical equipment
- 45350000 - Mechanical installations
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 98392000 - Relocation services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2023 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009676-2023
- 28 Sep 2022 at 13:37 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027191-2022
- 7 Sep 2022 at 12:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025088-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=52540&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185
- https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement

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