Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bd6-6e91-7141-8bbc-ae4c01bb561d/dynamometer-system-for-single-cylinder-combustion-engine-testing [Skip to main content](#main-content) closedGBopen procedure # Dynamometer System for Single-Cylinder Combustion Engine Testing [University of Nottingham (THE)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-nottingham-the) Estimated value £105,000 Published 20 Feb 2026 Deadline Closed 6 Mar 2026 ## Who can bid - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender Introduction - This is formal request for quotation with information, instructions and guidance following consideration of which the proposal submission should be completed and returned by all potential suppliers who wish to quote. ### Synopsis & Brief - The tender seeks the procurement of a dynamometer system capable of supporting a wide range of thermodynamic engine research activities undertaken by the Powertrain Research Centre at the University of Nottingham. This equipment package will support the development of the TITANZ single-cylinder thermodynamic research engine within the Hybrid Propulsion Systems (HPS) facility located at the University of Nottingham on the Jubilee Campus in Nottingham, UK. The UoN require an AC dynamometer with a minimum braking power of 300 kW, including a drive cabinet that matches the performance specification of our testing engine. The supplier will be responsible for the installation and commissioning of the system at the HPS facility. Full system integration and final sign-off are expected by September - October 2026. Objectives - To secure value for money for goods and services for the UoN. Contract Value - The estimated value is between £90,000 and £105,000 without VAT Contract duration - The contract will be established for an initial provision of supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and a minimum of 12 months warranty. Additional Technical Specification and Tendering Documents can be found by registering as a perspective supplier on the UoNs UniCore Supplier Portal. Supplier Portal Access: [fa-evyf-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com](https://fa-evyf-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/supplier-registration/register-supplier/register-supplier-verification) Guide for Suppliers Accessing Supplier Portal: [nottingham.ac.uk](https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement/documents/unicore-supplier-portal-prospective-registration-user-guide-2.pdf) Contact once registered to be added to the RFQ. Read full description ## CPV classification Dynamos Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-065979-2026-02-20T15:01:33Z [View official notice ](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-065979-2026-02-20T15:01:33Z) 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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