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508 - Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Arms

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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23 Oct 2020 at 12:56

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University recently completed a procurement process for a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) capable of sub-mm accuracy to inspect manufactured components. The procurement falls within the industrial machinery category, with a total value of £80,000. The tender was conducted under an open procedure and reached its conclusion with the award of the contract on 3rd August 2020. The contract period spans from 9th September 2020 to 8th September 2021, and the delivery is expected in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. Key contact for further details is Sajid Ahmed who can be reached at s.ahmed102@aston.ac.uk.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for growth, particularly for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in precision engineering and industrial machinery. Businesses with capabilities in advanced manufacturing technologies or those offering similar measurement equipment should consider competing for such tenders to enhance their market presence and contribute to innovation in production processes. This contract presents a clear avenue for suppliers to showcase their products and expertise while collaborating with a reputable educational institution.

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Notice Title

508 - Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Arms

Notice Description

Aston wish to procure a CMM hand operated inspection arms capable of scanning structures and artefacts within a 1.5 m envelope to sub-mm accuracy for the evaluation of manufactured component.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a844990-27f1-4676-a8dd-8beb67ddf9c9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd1589fb-6056-4bdc-a0ce-de48d33a1684
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Aug 20205 years ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2020 - 8 Sep 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FARO TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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