Equipment for Defence Engineering Teaching
University of Greater Manchester · Education
In brief
University of Greater Manchester was looking for suppliers for laboratory equipment work. Bidding has closed and no award has been published yet.
The estimated value is £475,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 4 weeks, starting 2 February 2026.
It is split into 11 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
| CMM probe 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversTracking 3d scanner and probe similar to wireless CMM, including work plate for classroom and tracking head tripod for portable use. Calibration artifacts, probe selection. Software to be compatible for teaching and multi-licence for teaching. Training included. Matching or exceeding specifications: Certified ISO 17025 Scanning Accuracy <0.035mm Volumetric Accuracy <0.09mm Resolution <0.025mm Probe Accuracy < 0.030mm Volumetric Accuracy <0.09mm | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £83,333 |
| Shadowgraph 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversImage Dimensional measurement system/Shadowgraph with stage movement and 4th axis turntable setup for multisurface measurements or turned parts. Matching or exceeding specifications: Accuracy <0.005mm Repeatability <0.0025mm | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £58,333 |
| Metrology grade tracking 3D Scanner 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversManual Metrology tools for teaching. Groups of 15-20 students Including but not limited to: Surface Plates ~450mm x 300mm Digital Height Gauge with dti adaptor 6 inch Callipers Digital Micrometers (Varying Size) Manual 0-100 Mic Dial test indicator varying Ranges (0.1mm inc - 0.05mm inc) DTI Stand (Magnetic) sine Bar (varying Sizes) Angle Gauge Metric gauge Blocks (grade 1 -2) student use only Telescopic Gauges Smaller increment Pin gauges (higher grade) Pin Gauges 1-5mm 42 Piece Inside Micrometres or bore gauges (varying Sizes) Screw / thread micrometres with interchangeable heads Internal thread gauge (go no-go) Varying Sizes External thread gauges (go no-go) Varying Sizes Inspection Stands/ jacks 123 blocks 5-20mm dia V Blocks digital depth gauge Feeler Gauge High accuracy level Inspection microscope – 3.5x to 180x magnification. 30k Optical Parallels Set Toolboxes and storage solutions for products Digital tools for teaching and demonstration Including but not limited to and matching or exceeding specs: Workshop/benchtop Roundness Tester- roundness accuracies 0.025 µm Surface profiling and roughness testing - Measuring range:360 µm (-200 µm + 160 µm) mm, Traverse:17.5 mm, reference samples and accessories Digital hardness tester – including reference samples, Vickers, Rockwell | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £25,000 |
| Lab-scale traditional CMM 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversSpecifications matching or exceeding - ~1 sq.m worktop, 600mm Z travel, Renishaw controller and interoperability, accessories including sets of probes, fixturing kit, reference and calibration artifacts, and stylus probe rack/tool changer. Scale resolution 0.00001mm Associated software licences for operation, teaching and demonstration. Can be refurbished equipment. | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £58,333 |
| 2 Radar training kits 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot covers2 complete educational radar platform with transmitter, receiver, and antenna, demonstrating range, Doppler, and waveform principles. Low-power, classroom-safe hardware with bench or tripod-mounted antenna. Software supports real-time analysis, multi-user teaching licenses, and data export (CSV/MATLAB). Includes passive and active targets, USB/wireless interface, instructor/student manuals, and interactive courseware. Hardware enclosures are student-safe; CE and UKCA compliant. ISO 17025-traceable calibration provided for range, angle, and amplitude measurements. Accessories include cables, mounts, transport case, and rechargeable power supplies. Features include scanning antenna, angular resolution ~1°, range up to 10 m, SNR >96 dB, and adjustable experiments for range, Doppler, waveform, and target detection. Supplier provides instructor training, warranty, software updates, and maintenance support. Optional upgrades: higher-frequency radar, phased-array modules, or advanced Doppler/waveform experiments. Supplier must provide comprehensive training for instructors and technical staff, covering instrument operation, experiment setup, measurement workflows, calibration procedures, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction. Refresher or advanced sessions and access to online resources should be included. Safety and EMC: Equipment must comply with all relevant safety standards and EMC regulations, including safe operation in a classroom environment. | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £41,667 |
| 20 academic software licenses including Electromagnetics and Acoustics modules for use in teaching 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversSoftware must support modelling of electromagnetic waves, RF and optical phenomena, pressure and structural acoustics, sonar and multiphysics coupling. Licenses are for teaching purposes only, support networked classroom access, and include student and instructor support, updates, documentation, and installation assistance. Please provide pricing, license terms, maintenance agreements, and any training options. License must remain valid for 2 years. Staff training should be provided as part of the offer (onboarding, feature training, or equivalent). | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £37,500 |
| 2 Computer based training and experimentation system 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversComputer-based training and experimentation system for vocational and further training and education. Incorporates all interfaces (including inputs and outputs, switches, power supply, power lead, USB cable and signal sources and measurement circuitry) needed to perform experiments. The Interface is controlled via the connected PC, with software, operating manual and training documentation provided with the training and experimentation system. Intelligent measurement interface supplies analogue and digital measuring and control inputs/outputs. High quality item of laboratory equipment with virtual instruments. Students' progress monitored and electronically documented on the basis of fault finding experiments. Faults simulated by the hardware as well as tests of knowledge. The system includes 3 sets of experiment cards (including all connectors, hand tools, cables, accessories, storage case, software, manual and training materials) for delivering courses on transmission lines subjects: • Optical fibres for wavelength 1300 nm • Optical fibres for wavelengths 650 nm / 820 nm • Coaxial cables • Microstrip line technology • Course Antenna Technology | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £33,333 |
| VNA Kit 100khz-44Ghz 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversA compact vector network analyser system equivalent to the specifications outlined in the referenced datasheet. The instrument should offer 2-port measurement capability, wide frequency coverage, and high-accuracy S-parameter analysis suitable for laboratory teaching and research. The solution must include all required software licences, time-domain analysis features, calibration tools, connection interfaces, cables, and accessories. Installation, configuration, and commissioning at our premises are required. The analyser should support reliable, repeatable measurements, operate from a PC-based interface, and integrate with existing laboratory networks. Documentation, user guides, and calibration certificates must be supplied. A minimum two-year license validity, software updates, technical support, compliance with UK relevant safety and EMC standards must be supplied. Vendors must also provide staff training, including instrument operation and measurement workflows. Quotations should include pricing, delivery schedule, warranty details, maintenance coverage, and available training packages. | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £41,667 |
| Spectrum Analyser, Bench, 5kHz to 26.5GHz 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversTouchscreen and easy to use. With solid RF performance, light weight and small footprint that combines the functions of a benchtop instrument with the portability of a handheld instrument. 5KHz to 26GHz frequency range SSB phase noise: –108dBc (1Hz) at 10KHz offset to the 1GHz carrier DANL with preamplifier: –160dBm from 10MHz to 2GHz Gated sweep, narrowband resolution filters and spectrogram measurements as standard 10.1" high-resolution display Two USB 2.0 ports for storage media and connecting accessories Precise spectral measurements due to low phase noise. | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £25,000 |
| PLC Based teaching kit for groups of 15-20 students 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversTwo versions of an industrial automation training system are required: (1) sixindustrial control trainer with conveyors, actuators, sensors, and fault-finding features, supporting PLC integration, sequencing, timers, counters, and safe low-voltage classroom use; and (2) one SCADA based PLC- teaching set with discrete/analogue I/O, actuators, sensors, and simulation software for programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Both versions must include multi-user teaching licences, all cables and power supplies, robust construction for repeated student use, and full instructor and student learning materials. | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £29,167 |
| 16 sets of Bench-Top Electronics Teaching Equipment including Electronic Development Kits 2 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 What this lot coversFunction Generator: Must produce sine, square, triangle, pulse, and arbitrary waveforms up to 12 MHz, with programmable amplitude and offset, low distortion, and BNC output. Oscilloscope: Dual-channel, ≥100 MHz bandwidth, ≥200 MS/s sampling, sufficient memory, trigger options, and clear display with waveform measurement functions. DC Power Supply: Two independent outputs, 0–20 V, overcurrent protection, and digital voltage/current display. Digital Multimeters: Two units for voltage, current, and resistance, ±0.5% accuracy, clear displays, robust for classroom use. FPGA boards with development tools for digital logic and embedded system exercises. Raspberry Pi 5 boards for programming, interfacing, and IoT projects. Accessories: Leads, BNC cables, 10× probes, and safe enclosures included. Documentation: Instructor and student manuals, safety guidance, and calibration certificates provided. | Laboratory and scientific equipment | £41,667 |
Timeline
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 069196-2025
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 076629-2025
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From notice 069196-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 29 October 2025, last updated 24 November 2025. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.