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Fuel Cell Test Station

University of Salford

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: University of Salford

Buyer Address: 43 The Crescent, Salford, UKD34, M5 4WT, United Kingdom

Contact Email: procurement-finance@salford.ac.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
170000.0 GBP
Gross: 170000 GBP
Published
17 Oct 2025, 10:36
Deadline
03 Nov 2025, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
goods
CPV
31122100 - Fuel cells
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

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.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066237-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 170,000

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-11-17T00:00:00Z

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-04-01T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

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