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title: "250103 - A High Speed 2D Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050516"
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buyer: "QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST"
published: "2025-04-17"
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# 250103 - A High Speed 2D Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System

Buyer: QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050516

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## Summary

Queen's University Belfast is seeking to procure a High Speed 2D Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System for a variety of applications including biomedical research, wind tunnel testing, and water flume experiments. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 12th May 2025 and the award decision by 26th May 2025. This procurement falls under the category of industrial lasers and biomedical imaging systems, and the goods will be delivered within the United Kingdom. The procurement method is through an open procedure, and relevant documentation can be downloaded via the provided online interface.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in high-speed imaging systems, lasers, and related technology. Companies with expertise in producing advanced industrial and biomedical equipment, particularly SMEs, should find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The anticipated budget is £1,000,000, providing substantial potential for revenue. Furthermore, contract terms include the possibility of renewal and ongoing maintenance, which could offer a steady stream of business for suitable suppliers. This project represents a chance to collaborate with a renowned academic institution, enhancing business growth and industry reputation.

## Notice

Queen's University of Belfast wishes to procure a High Speed 2D Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System for use including biomedical, wind tunnel and water flume applications. Future system requirements will include the purchase of additional cameras, stereoscopic (micro and macro) PIV measurements, and volumetric PIV measurements with and without fluid structure interaction measurements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 12 months warranty, maintenance, and the purchase of any associated consumables, cameras & ancillary items included with options to extend for a further 48 months or until the end of useable life of the equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016073-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - 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 | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2025 - 16 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | £1,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT7 1NN |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers
- 38636110 - Industrial lasers

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2025 at 19:30 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016073-2025
- 17 Apr 2025 at 14:29 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015998-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016073-2025
  17th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015998-2025
  17th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/queensuniversitybelfast/aspx/Home
  https://in-tendhost.co.uk/queensuniversitybelfast/aspx/Home Suppliers wishing to express an interest in this tender must register at this address and download the documentation
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-759
  Suppliers wishing to express an interest in this tender must register at this address and download the documentation

## Notice URLs

- http://www.qub.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/queensuniversitybelfast/aspx/HomeSupplierswishingtoexpressaninterestinthistendermustregisteratthisaddressanddownloadthedocumentation
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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