Supply and Installation of Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel for University of Plymouth's New Engineering and Design Facility
The University Of Plymouth · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply and Installation of Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel for University of Plymouth's New Engineering and Design Facility
Awarded 01 Jan 2021
Awarded01 Jan 2021
Value£1,920,000.00
SupplierAERODYNAMIC TEST EQUIPMENT LTD
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 3y 1mo ago2y 9mo term
Awarded 1 Jan 2021Expired 1 Oct 2023
About
The University of Plymouth awarded a contract to Aerodynamic Test Equipment Ltd for the supply and installation of a Closed Return Sub-Sonic Wind Tunnel within the Energy Laboratory on the lower ground floor of the New Engineering and Design Facility (NEDF).
The wind tunnel will support the university's engineering and design research, teaching, and learning activities, reinforcing its reputation as an innovative center of excellence.
The contract value is £1,920,000.
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