Tender

Composite Materials Press

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH E-TENDERING

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16 Feb 2022 at 09:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth is currently seeking a supplier for the provision, delivery, and installation of a Composite Materials Press as part of its advanced materials projects. This procurement is classified under the industry category of presses and machine tools. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 1st March 2022. The successful contract will commence on 1st April 2022 and conclude by 1st April 2024, with the delivery address located in Portsmouth, South East England. This tender is being conducted through an open procedure below the threshold.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in providing advanced machinery and equipment. Companies with experience in manufacturing or supplying machine tools, particularly those capable of fulfilling the specified technical and operational requirements, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The need for a composite materials press will align with firms involved in materials science, engineering, or equipment installation and service, enabling them to expand their market presence through collaboration with a reputable educational institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Composite Materials Press

Notice Description

21-SJM-041 Composite Materials Press We are seeking a supplier that can supply, deliver and install a Composite materials press. The Composite Materials press is needed for projects within the area of advanced materials at the University of Portsmouth. The press will be used to produce a range of composite materials, including those with natural and synthetic fibres and other types of reinforcement. These facilities are to be integrated into research activities, teaching activities, and industrial engagement. The press sought must meet technical and size requirements including: 1. Equipped with heating and cooling platens with maximum heating capacity up to 400 C. 2. Minimum force: 50 MPa or more - Note : see Clarification 3. Platen size dimensions : 400 mm x 400 mm to 500mm x 500mm 4. Floor area (maximum): 1800 x 1200 mm2 5. Max height: 1950mm and max width: 1200 mm 6. When packaged (including any crates, pallets, beams or other supporting materials as well as necessary equipment to move the items) must fit through doorway: height 2000mm x width 1200mm 7. Max weight 1,100 kg 8. Stroke: 300 mm or above 9. Have programmable temperature settings and programmable temperature cycles 10. Have programmable pressure settings and programmable pressure cycle 11. Have adjustable strokes 12. Equipped with data display and defects display 13. Equipped with automatic, manual selector and data acquisition system Further details explained within the ITT. Suppliers are expected to demonstrate their equipment via Video link, and provide suitable samples. See ITT for further details. A Supplier questionnaire will be used for a suitability assessment To Express an Interest in this project please register on the University of Portsmouth In-Tend webpage and express an interest in this project. Please find the weblink for our webpage below: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/ Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544b02cf-fa51-48bf-8e8a-20f5bd1dc4e4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42636000 - Presses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2022 - 1 Apr 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH E-TENDERING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
PO1 3AH
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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