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2480/480/MY/COM/20 Autonomous Guided Vehicle for AMRC Gear Centre - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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14 Aug 2020 at 10:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield, located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, has completed the procurement process for an Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV) intended for the AMRC Gear Centre, as part of project 2480/480/MY/COM/20. This tender, classified under the CPV code for specialist vehicles, was conducted through a non-EU open procedure, as stipulated by the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase, with the successful contract awarded on 14 August 2020. The AGV will facilitate automated manufacturing processes and is set to be operational from 8 March 2020 until 30 April 2020. The total value of the contract is £148,201.72.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses in the robotics and automation sectors, particularly those specialising in innovative manufacturing technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in developing automated systems and the production of components for machinery may find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities. Engaging in such projects not only enhances the supplier's portfolio but also positions them at the forefront of advancements in automated manufacturing technologies within the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2480/480/MY/COM/20 Autonomous Guided Vehicle for AMRC Gear Centre - AWARD

Notice Description

2480/480/MY/COM/20 Autonomous Guided Vehicle for AMRC Gear Centre The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Autonomous Guided Vehicle for AMRC Gear Centre on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Machining Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The supply of an autonomously guided vehicle (AGV), sometimes known as an autonomous mobile robot (AMR), to enable automated billet and component load/unload from machine tools, deburring equipment and measurement equipment. This will enable 'lights-out' manufacturing demonstrations of gear and transmission components in the AMRC Gear Centre research facility, with a view to our partners adopting such technologies in production for a competitive advantage. A robot arm will be supplier mounted to the AGV, along with suitable end effectors for grabbing of gear and transmission components for loading and unloading to machine tools. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is a non-EU open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system 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 https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 28th February 2020 at 12 noon (UK time).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0837d7c2-095f-4945-b79a-20f839e0c390
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e33f1158-965b-49a7-8b6c-071582a62427
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

34144000 - Special-purpose motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£148,201 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20205 years ago
Contract Period
8 Mar 2020 - 30 Apr 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S60 5TZ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE34 Rotherham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rotherham
Electoral Ward
Rother Vale
Westminster Constituency
Rotherham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INDEPENDENT CONTROL SYSTEMS LTD T/A ICONYS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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