Scope
Description
The School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) at the University of Salford invites tenders for the supply of a Fuel Cell Test Station to support teaching and research in fuel cell
technology and related energy systems. The equipment will be used for experimental studies, system characterisation, and practical training.
The system will be used for single-cell and short-stack PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) fuel cell testing, enabling controlled and safe operation under varied temperature, pressure, and load conditions. The equipment will support performance characterisation, diagnostic testing, and data acquisition for educational and research applications.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £145,860 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
10 November 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
11 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 12 November 2025 to 1 November 2026
- 11 months, 20 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 31122100 - Fuel cells
Contract locations
- UKD3 - Greater Manchester
Information about tenders
- 5 tenders received
- 5 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 5 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 4 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
Horiba UK Limited
Kyoto Close, Moulton Park Industrial Estate
Northampton
NN3 6FL
United Kingdom
Email: enquiries.uk@horiba.com
Region: UKF24 - West Northamptonshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
University of Salford
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): RC000666
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDHR-3751-QPQR
43 The Crescent
Salford
M5 4WT
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government