- Scope of the procurement
- Lot 1. Jet Fuel Thermal Oxidation Test (JFTOT) Device in conformity with ASTM D3241
- Lot 2. Ellipsometer Tube Reader, in conformity with ASTM D3241, Annex 3
- Lot 3. Micro-Separometer, in conformity with ASTM D3948
- Lot 4. Copper Corrosion test device, in conformity with ASTM D130
- Lot 5. A test device for quantification of gum in aviation fuel, in conformity with ASTM D381
- Lot 6. A test device for quantification of smoke point in aviation fuels, in conformity with ASTM D1322
- Lot 7. A test device for quantification of mercaptane sulfur in aviation fuels, in conformity with ASTM D3227
- Lot 8. An Automated Test Device for Quantification of Aromatic Compounds, Using Fluorescent Indicator Absorption Apparatus, in Conformity with ASTM D1319
- Lot 9. An Apparatus for Measuring Net Heat of Combustion of Aviation Fuels, in Conformity with ASTM D4809
- Lot 10. An Automated Device for Determining Heat Capacity of Aviation Fuel, in Conformity with ASTM E1269
- Lot 11. A Test Device for Determining Dielectric Constant of Aviation Fuel, In Conformity with ASTM D924
- Lot 12. A Test Device for Flammability Limits of Aviation Fuels, in Conformity with ASTM E681
- Lot 13. A Test Device for Autoignition Temperature of Aviation Fuels, in Conformity with ASTM E659
- Lot 14. An automated Test Device for Determining Saybolt Color of Aviation Fuels, in conformity with ASTM D156
Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Western Bank
SHEFFIELD
S102TN
Contact
James Noble
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKE32 - Sheffield
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
3325/JN - Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre: Further Aviation Characterisation Laboratory Equipment (14 Lots)
Reference number
3325/JN
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
The University of Sheffield (UoS) with funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) is establishing a Sustainable Aviation Fuels Innovation Centre (SAF-IC) to support and promote the production and characterisation of decarbonised and sustainable aviation fuel. Further to our previous tender (3073/JN) we are looking to complement our research capability and procure a range of test equipment approved to various ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards as well as other internationally recognised standards where appropriate.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £435,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Jet Fuel Thermal Oxidation Test (JFTOT) Device in conformity with ASTM D3241
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Thermal Stability is a critical aviation fuel test and while competition among equipment manufacturers/suppliers is to be encouraged, aircraft safety must remain paramount. Commonly measured by the pressure drop Δp across a filter in units of L and presented here in millimeters of mercury (mmHg), thermal stability measurements utilize specialized test equipment, the JFTOT, which exposes the fuel to a heated aluminum alloy tube in a controlled way and passes it through a filter to collect any particulates that have formed. After the test is complete, the pressure drop across the filter and a visual inspection of the aluminum tube for discoloration are used to evaluate thermal stability of fuel.
We are looking for a robust, reliable, durable, compact, and user friendly JFTOT device for the Sustainable Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £30,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Ellipsometer Tube Reader, in conformity with ASTM D3241, Annex 3
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for an automated Elipsometer Tube reader for Sustainable Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab, in order to determine average deposit thickness and the complete deposit volume for the ultimate in heater tube deposition measurement as designated in ASTM D3241 Annex 3. The device should be fully automated, completely enclosed laser light source with an optical detection system for safety.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £25,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Micro-Separometer, in conformity with ASTM D3948
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for an automated Micro-Separometer test device for Sustainable Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £15,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Copper Corrosion test device, in conformity with ASTM D130
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Copper strip testing evaluates the relative degree of corrosivity of aviation fuels. We are looking for an automated copper corrosion test device for Sustainable Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £115,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
A test device for quantification of gum in aviation fuel, in conformity with ASTM D381
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Gum like materials formed during fuel storage can deposit on various parts of aviation fuel system, causing detrimental effects on fuel supply to the aero-engine. We are looking for a controlled test device for quantification of gum for Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £20,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
A test device for quantification of smoke point in aviation fuels, in conformity with ASTM D1322
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This test method provides an indication of the relative smoke producing properties of kerosenes and aviation turbine fuels in a diffusion flame. The smoke point is related to the hydrocarbon type composition of such fuels. Generally the more aromatic the fuel the smokier the flame. A high smoke point indicates a fuel of low smoke producing tendency.
The smoke point is quantitatively related to the potential radiant heat transfer from the combustion products of the fuel. Because radiant heat transfer exerts a strong influence on the metal temperature of combustor liners and other hot section parts of gas turbines, the smoke point provides a basis for correlation of fuel characteristics with the life of these components.
We are looking for a controlled test device for measurement of smoke point for Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £30,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
A test device for quantification of mercaptane sulfur in aviation fuels, in conformity with ASTM D3227
Lot No
7
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Mercaptan sulfur has an objectionable odor, an adverse effect on fuel system elastomers, and is corrosive to fuel system components.
We are looking for a controlled test device for quantification of mercaptan sulfur in aviation fuels for Aviation Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab. Please note that organic sulfur compounds such as sulfides, disulfides, and thiophene, should not interfere in this test. In addition, elemental sulfur in amounts less than 0.0005 % by mass should not interfere in this test.
We are looking for a controlled test device for measurement of mercaptane sulfurs in Aviation for Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £10,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
An Automated Test Device for Quantification of Aromatic Compounds, Using Fluorescent Indicator Absorption Apparatus, in Conformity with ASTM D1319
Lot No
8
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This test method covers the determination of hydrocarbon types of total aromatics, total olefins, and total saturates in petroleum fractions that distill below 315 °C. Samples containing dark-colored components that interfere in reading the chromatographic bands cannot be analyzed. Typically, fuel is percolated through a column of silica gel containing special fluorescent dyes. When desorbed by alcohol, the fuel separates into three layers of hydrocarbon types that become visible under ultraviolet light. The hydrocarbon groups are olefins, aromatics and saturates (paraffins and naphthenes). The relative length of each band is translated into the volume percent of each hydrocarbon type.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £10,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
An Apparatus for Measuring Net Heat of Combustion of Aviation Fuels, in Conformity with ASTM D4809
Lot No
9
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The net heat of combustion per unit weight is important to aircraft performance. Also, it is used to compare fuels by relative energy content that a kilogram of fuel could release through complete and perfect combustion. We are looking for a controlled test device for measurement of net heat of combustion for aviation fuels for our Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £40,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
This procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
An Automated Device for Determining Heat Capacity of Aviation Fuel, in Conformity with ASTM E1269
Lot No
10
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for a controlled test device for measurement of determining Heat Capacity of Aviation Fuel for aviation fuels for our Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £35,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
A Test Device for Determining Dielectric Constant of Aviation Fuel, In Conformity with ASTM D924
Lot No
11
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for a controlled test device for determining dielectric constant of aviation fuel for our Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £40,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
A Test Device for Flammability Limits of Aviation Fuels, in Conformity with ASTM E681
Lot No
12
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for a controlled test device for determining flammability limits of aviation fuels for our Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £15,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
A Test Device for Autoignition Temperature of Aviation Fuels, in Conformity with ASTM E659
Lot No
13
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for a controlled test device for determining autoignition temperature of aviation fuels for our Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £35,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
An automated Test Device for Determining Saybolt Color of Aviation Fuels, in conformity with ASTM D156
Lot No
14
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE32 - Sheffield
Main site or place of performance
Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre (SAF-IC), Aviation Characterisation Laboratory, Europa Ave, Tinsley, Sheffield
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are looking for a controlled an automated test device for determining Saybolt Color for our Fuel/Innovation Centre (SAF/IC) characterisation lab.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £15,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
1 November 2022
End date
2 November 2022
This contract is subject to renewal
No
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.14) Additional information
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
29 July 2022
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
29 July 2022
Local time
12:01pm
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
The University of Sheffield
Sheffield
S10 2TN
Country
United Kingdom