Award

Provision of a 3D Printer

FCDO SERVICES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Mar 2025 at 10:27

Award Notice
Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 11:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

FCDO Services, based in Milton Keynes, England, is seeking to procure a 3D printer to meet specific technical requirements necessary for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment applications. The procurement process was initiated with an open procedure and has now reached the award stage. The final awarded contract is valued at £52,500, and was awarded to RAM Peripherals Ltd. The procurement period began on 20 February 2025, and the contract commenced on 21 March 2025, ending on 25 April 2025. The process includes stringent specifications and a requirement for the equipment to be delivered to the MK19 7BH postal code. The procurement falls under the CPV classification of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in advanced 3D printing technology and associated software solutions. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of meeting the precise technical specifications outlined by FCDO Services, including accurate printing capability and the ability to handle multiple materials. Participating in this procurement process could facilitate business growth by establishing a relationship with a government entity, enhancing the company's portfolio and credibility. The comprehensive evaluation process ensures that the contract is awarded to the supplier offering the best combination of cost efficiency and delivery lead time, encouraging competitive participation from capable businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a 3D Printer

Notice Description

1 no. 3d printer, to meet the MINIMUM specification: - 380mmx380mmx420mm minimum bed size - reusable glass bed - print heads capable of printing PLA, ABS, ABS_ESD, PEEK, PEKK (may be interchangeable) - ability to print supporting material - accuracy of 0.125mm or better - Layer height of 50um or better - powered by 230v single phase Tender to include all applicable pricing. Inclusive of all packing and delivery charges Additional information: Interested parties should submit the following by email to the contact details provided in this notice no later than the end date detailed. All instructions on how to submit a tender are detailed and available to downlaod within the documents attached to this Notice. 1) Firm, fixed quotation in PS sterling, with an estimated leadtime for delivery. Any and all charges to be clearly shown. 2) A detailed specification for the equipment and software (note that the Authority will not accept responses for part of the equipment).. 3) Your bank and payment details on letter headed paper. 4) A signed copy of our Ethics Policy (attached). 6) A signed copy of the Form of Agreement. 7) All responses will be deemed to be issued subject to the Authority's Standard Terms and Conditions (attached). Caveats to these Terms will not be accepted. 8) The Authority will evaluate all responses in accordance with the attached model evaluation model. The lowest cost supplier who offers an acceptable Leadtime and meets the minimum specification will be deemed successful, subject to contract. 9) The Authority reserve the right not to award a contract following the completion of this tender exercise. 10) All responses and or questions to the contact shown below. 11) Emailed tenders will remain unopened until the tender closure date and time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1c680aef-62d4-4b6e-b0fc-63dab3c890e4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fd26466-9e16-41b0-9c80-799b48b569ea
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
21 Mar 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 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
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
Andrew Cable
Contact Email
andrew.cable@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01908 290584

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAM PERIPHERALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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