Tender

GB-Leicester: LUV01022 STAR Machining Suite

UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester is currently conducting a procurement process for the "LUV01022 STAR Machining Suite," which is classified under the CPV code for machining centres. This procurement is part of the Space Technology Applications from Research (STAR) project aiming to enhance capabilities in precision manufacturing. The tender is active, with a closing date set for 23 September 2021, and the estimated value of the contract ranges from £100,000 to £500,000. The contract period is expected to commence on 18 October 2021 and run until 31 December 2021, with the manufacturing suite aimed at supporting various engineering research groups. This procurement will utilise a selective method to choose a single supplier for the required machinery.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in manufacturing, particularly those with expertise in milling and turning technologies. Businesses that produce or can supply precision machining equipment made from materials such as stainless steel, aluminium alloys, brass, and copper would be especially well-suited to compete. The University is open to engaging economic operators that meet the specific selection criteria outlined in the procurement documentation, allowing potential suppliers to contribute to cutting-edge research initiatives in the space sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Leicester: LUV01022 STAR Machining Suite

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 03 September 2021 for the following reason: The type of procedure is 'open' not 'accelerated negotated'.(LUV01022 STAR Machining Suite The Space Technology Applications from Research (STAR) project at the University of Leicester requires a machining suite consisting of milling and turning machines, suitable for the manufacture of precision components made from various grades of Stainless Steels/Steels, Aluminium Alloys, Brass, Copper and other materials. The suite is to support a wide range of research groups and projects within the STAR project, to produce components of high accuracy for space flight and other areas of Engineering based research. The University proposes awarding a contract to a single supplier for a suitable suite by carrying out a tender exercise. The contract is part funded by a European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) grant award.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3e00992-2b72-4c41-961a-e70f24437c6b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Accelerated negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42612000 - Machining centre

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Oct 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 1-6 months
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 LEICESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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