Scope
Reference
T24/0086
Description
The university is seeking to procure a micro compounder, injection moulder, and platen press to support advanced research into novel nanocomposites-materials that combine nanoscale fillers with polymer matrices to achieve enhanced physical properties. These tools are essential for enabling precise and flexible sample preparation, which is critical for investigating mechanical, thermal, and structural characteristics of newly developed materials.
- The micro compounder must be capable of processing very small quantities of polymers and additives, ideal for R&D involving expensive or rare substances.
- The injection moulder should allow for the creation of standardised test specimens with tight control over temperature, pressure, and mould geometry.
- The platen press must offer programmable pressure and heat settings to form composite sheets or layered samples.
The machines will be used in conjunction with each other and must demonstrate their inter-compatibility.
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Total value (estimated)
- £200,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 3 November 2025 to 2 November 2027
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 42994200 - Machinery for working plastics
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
5 September 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
22 September 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Name | Type | Weighting |
---|---|---|
Quality | Quality | 60% |
Price | Price | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
University of Northumbria at Newcastle
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNBP-4638-XHJP
Sutherland Building, Camden Street, Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8ST
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government