---
title: "Blade Test Enhancement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cee7"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ORE CATAPULT"
published: "2025-10-19"
---

# Blade Test Enhancement

Buyer: ORE CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cee7

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## Summary

ORE Catapult, a leading public undertaking based in Glasgow, UK, has completed a procurement process titled "Blade Test Enhancement" for the acquisition of additional hydraulic equipment necessary to upgrade their Blade Test 2 fatigue testing rig. This procurement process has reached the award stage as of 19th October 2025, marking the completion of a direct award contract with the supplier MOOG from Gloucestershire, UK. The direct procurement method was selected for technical reasons to ensure compatibility with existing equipment. The contract period is set to begin on 20th October 2025 and will conclude on 31st January 2026, with the procurement category being classified under goods, specifically hydraulic equipment.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in hydraulic equipment manufacturing and complementary technology services. Large-scale enterprises like MOOG, capable of delivering specialised technical equipment, are well-suited for such contracts, particularly those that require compatibility with existing systems. Engaging in these types of projects can facilitate business growth and foster long-term partnerships with organisations such as ORE Catapult, which are instrumental in advancing technical research and innovation in energy and engineering sectors.

## Notice

The purpose of this direct award to is seek approval for the the purchase of additional hydraulics equipment for the Blade Test 2 fatigue testing rig. The purpose is to expand our existing capabilities to increase our test offerings where two identical hydraulic systems can function in tandem. To view this notice, please click here: https://orecatapult.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=988090595

### Procurement Information

technical reasons - to work with current equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066544-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,866 |
| Contracts value | £40,866 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORE CATAPULT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1RD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 43328100 - Hydraulic equipment

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2025 at 18:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066544-2025
- 17 Oct 2025 at 18:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066521-2025
- 17 Oct 2025 at 13:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066339-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066544-2025
  19th October 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066521-2025
  17th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066339-2025
  17th October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://orecatapult.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=988090595
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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