--- title: "Dynamometer System for Single-Cylinder Combustion Engine Testing" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065979" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065979" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065979.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065979.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)" published: "2026-02-20" --- # Dynamometer System for Single-Cylinder Combustion Engine Testing Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065979 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065979) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065979.json) ## Summary The University of Nottingham invites quotations for the procurement of a dynamometer system to support its Powertrain Research Centre's thermodynamic engine research activities. This tender is categorised under the industry of dynamos and targets goods procurement, specifically for a single-cylinder combustion engine testing facility located at the Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, UK. The procurement stage is currently active, as of February 2026, with submissions to be completed via the UniCore Supplier Portal by 6th March, and any enquiries made by 4th March 2026. The contract duration includes supply, installation, commissioning, and a minimum 12-month warranty period, with full integration and sign-off expected by September - October 2026. This tender represents a promising growth opportunity for businesses specialising in high-performance engine testing equipment and integrated system solutions, particularly those with experience in dynamometer technology. With a contract value ranging between £90,000 and £105,000, suppliers providing innovative and cost-effective solutions are well-suited to compete. The open procurement method encourages wide participation by interested parties, facilitating potential business expansion through partnership with a prestigious institution like the University of Nottingham. Ideal candidates are expected to have the capability to deliver not only the specified equipment but also the full installation and commissioning service at the Hybrid Propulsion Systems facility. ## Notice Introduction - This is formal request for quotation with information, instructions and guidance following consideration of which the proposal submission should be completed and returned by all potential suppliers who wish to quote. Synopsis & Brief - The tender seeks the procurement of a dynamometer system capable of supporting a wide range of thermodynamic engine research activities undertaken by the Powertrain Research Centre at the University of Nottingham. This equipment package will support the development of the TITANZ single-cylinder thermodynamic research engine within the Hybrid Propulsion Systems (HPS) facility located at the University of Nottingham on the Jubilee Campus in Nottingham, UK. The UoN require an AC dynamometer with a minimum braking power of 300 kW, including a drive cabinet that matches the performance specification of our testing engine. The supplier will be responsible for the installation and commissioning of the system at the HPS facility. Full system integration and final sign-off are expected by September - October 2026. Objectives - To secure value for money for goods and services for the UoN. Contract Value - The estimated value is between PS90,000 and PS105,000 without VAT Contract duration - The contract will be established for an initial provision of supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and a minimum of 12 months warranty. Additional Technical Specification and Tendering Documents can be found by registering as a perspective supplier on the UoNs UniCore Supplier Portal. Supplier Portal Access: https://fa-evyf-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/supplier-registration/register-supplier/register-supplier-verification Guide for Suppliers Accessing Supplier Portal: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement/documents/unicore-supplier-portal-prospective-registration-user-guide-2.pdf Contact Sabrina.Cox@Nottingham.ac.uk once registered to be added to the RFQ. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015764-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £105,000 | | Lots value | £105,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE) | | Locality | NOTTINGHAM | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG7 2NR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | Lenton & Wollaton East | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham South | | Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31126000 - Dynamos ## Release History - 20 Feb 2026 at 15:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015764-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015764-2026 20th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://fa-evyf-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/supplier-registration/register-supplier/register-supplier-verification Additional Technical Specification and Tendering Documents can be found by registering as a perspective supplier on the UoNs UniCore Supplier Portal. Supplier Portal Access: https://fa-evyf-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/supplier-registration/register-supplier/register-supplier-verification Guide for Suppliers Accessing Supplier Portal: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement/documents/unicore-supplier-portal-prospective-registration-user-guide-2.pdf Contact Sabrina.Cox@Nottingham.ac.uk once registered to be added to the RFQ. ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.nottingham.ac.uk - https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement/documents/unicore-supplier-portal-prospective-registration-user-guide-2.pdf ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065979. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065979.json.