Tender

CA16870 - Tameside College - Request for a Laser Cutting Machine

TAMESIDE COLLEGE

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Tender

09 Dec 2025 at 14:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tameside College has initiated an open procurement process for the provision of a Laser Cutting Machine, including delivery, installation, and training, under the title "CA16870 - Tameside College - Request for a Laser Cutting Machine." The procurement falls under the industry category of "Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres," with the primary location for service being Ashton Under-Lyne, England, although deliveries may extend to the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally. The tender stage is active, with the end date for the tender period set for 23rd December 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 16th February 2026 and conclude on 15th February 2027.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in laser machine tools, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) well-versed in providing comprehensive solutions encompassing the supply, installation, and training on such equipment. Given its open procedure format, the procurement process is highly competitive, inviting participation from qualified and innovative companies aiming to expand their reach within the educational and technical sectors. Companies offering state-of-the-art technology and robust after-sales support stand a substantial chance of success in securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16870 - Tameside College - Request for a Laser Cutting Machine

Notice Description

Tameside College has made a request for a Laser Cutting Machine, which includes delivery, installation, and training. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16870. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16870 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20977bfd-1b30-4153-bd01-d93fdaf11ee9
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 2027 6-12 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
TAMESIDE COLLEGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHTON UNDER-LYNE
Postcode
OL6 6NX
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD35 Greater Manchester South East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tameside
Electoral Ward
Ashton St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Ashton-under-Lyne

Further Information

Notice Documents

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