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title: "Thermal Manikin"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bf63"
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buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY"
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# Thermal Manikin

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bf63

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## Summary

The public procurement process for a "Thermal Manikin" is being conducted by Cardiff University, a public authority under sub-central government operating with Welsh devolved regulations. The tender is in the "goods" category, specifically instruments for checking physical characteristics, and is being executed through an open competition method below the threshold. Located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, the procurement invites bids until the submission deadline on 16th July 2026, with an enquiry period closing on 10th July 2026. This tender is managed electronically, and interested parties can access the relevant documents online. The contract period is set to begin on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 29th September 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying scientific instruments, particularly those that specialise in thermal or environmental testing equipment. With a gross contract value of £141,720, the procurement could be a substantial project for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) which are considered suitable for this tender. The evaluation criteria focus on quality (60%), price (30%), and responsible procurement (10%), making it an attractive competition for companies that can offer high-quality products with competitive pricing. The nature of the project is particularly beneficial for businesses looking to expand their client base within academic institutions or in the broader public sector procurement landscape.

## Notice

We require a thermal manikin which is a full-scale human model used for measuring the insulation of clothing and for studying the thermal environment within vehicles and buildings.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060879-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 29 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £118,000 |
| Lots value | £118,000 |
| 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 | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 4HQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 14:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060879-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060879-2026
  29th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/Home
  Tender documents

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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