Scope
Reference
2502/RFQ/SC
Description
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 £90,000 and £105,000 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.
Total value (estimated)
- £105,000 excluding VAT
- £126,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 19 March 2026 to 30 September 2027
- 1 year, 6 months, 13 days
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Aftermarket / Extended Warranty
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 31126000 - Dynamos
Contract locations
- UKF1 - Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Submission
Enquiry deadline
4 March 2026, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
6 March 2026, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
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.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
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.
Technical specifications to be met
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.
Contracting authority
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)
- Companies House: RC000664
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXXD-7294-MZXW
King's Meadow Campus, Lenton Lane
Nottingham
NG7 2NR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Sabrina Cox
Telephone: +447890380478
Email: Sabrina.Cox@nottingham.ac.uk
Website: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk
Region: UKF14 - Nottingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government