Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13b92-7f5b-70e7-bdcb-3205f489a920/3325jn-sustainable-aviation-fuels-innovation-centre-further-aviation-chara awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 3325/JN - Sustainable Aviation Fuels - Innovation Centre: Further Aviation Characterisation Laboratory Equipment (14 Lots) [University of Sheffield](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-sheffield) Estimated value £435,000 Published 18 Jun 2022 Deadline Closed 29 Jul 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender 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. - 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 This is an EU / FTS open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system [in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield) If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend system, this can be accessed at [in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield) Read full description ## CPV classification Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/065ba28b-5595-4387-b5c1-03bb4c85969d) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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