Equipment for Defence Engineering Teaching
University of Greater ManchesterEstimated Value
Up to £475,000
Deadline
19 December 2025
Published
24 November 2025
Type
Not specified
Overview
Purchase of quality, metrology, and electronic equipment for the School of Engineering Tracking 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
Key points
- Optical fibres for wavelength 1300 nm
- Optical fibres for wavelengths 650 nm / 820 nm
- Coaxial cables
- Microstrip line technology
- Course Antenna Technology
Eligibility & compliance
Supplier must provide comprehensive training for instructors and technical staff, covering instrument operation, experiment setup, measurement workflows, calibration procedures, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
Additional details
Image Dimensional measurement system/Shadowgraph with stage movement and 4th axis turntable setup for multisurface measurements or turned parts. Matching or exceeding specifications: Accuracy
Manual 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
Specifications 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. 2 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. 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. Software 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).
A 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. Touchscreen 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. Two 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. Function 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.
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University of Greater ManchesterKey Dates
Published
24 November 2025
Submission deadline
19 December 2025
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