Tender

University of Sunderland - SAM - Robot Technology Demonstrator and Robotic Automation Line

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Tender

05 Apr 2019 at 09:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is seeking innovative solutions through its tender titled "SAM - Robot Technology Demonstrator and Robotic Automation Line" in the industrial machinery sector, specifically aimed at creating a multi-robot automated production line. This procurement, classified under various CPV codes, is at the open tender stage, with submissions due by 13th May 2019. The project is set to commence on 1st June 2019 and will run until 31st December 2020, located in Sunderland, North East of England. The funding for this initiative comes from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), emphasising support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Interested parties may access tender documents through the University’s E-Portal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in robotics, automation, and industrial machinery. Companies that can offer flexible and innovative solutions suitable for educational demonstrations and knowledge transfer to SMEs in the North East will be particularly well-positioned to compete. With its emphasis on demonstrating automated production processes, suppliers involved in advanced manufacturing technologies and equipment, as well as those catering to the needs of SMEs, are encouraged to submit proposals that align with the project's objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of Sunderland - SAM - Robot Technology Demonstrator and Robotic Automation Line

Notice Description

The University has a requirement and would like to procure the following:- LOT 1: Robot Technology Demonstrator Quoted Systems Should address: o A single 6 axis robot portable self-contained demonstration cell o Capability to be run form a standard 3 pin power outlet (single phase 240V) o Contain all services required to run demonstrations LOT 2: Authority Robotic Automation Line Quoted Systems Should address: The requirement is for a multi robot automated production line that will be capable of demonstrating automated production of a product/example of the supplier's choice that requires a range of different tasks to be performed by robots at multiple cells/stations. The requirement is to supply a system that is open, flexible, SME friendly, and suitable for knowledge transfer on advanced and flexible manufacture to a range of SME manufacturers in the North East using the most common applications encountered in industry as a demonstration automated line. This is not to be a production facility but should demonstrate the assembly of a particular item of the suppliers' choice and should come equipped with adequate materials to run the line in automatic production mode for an extended period (30 minutes' production) (manual stock replenishment permitted to demonstrate other lean principles such as Kanban etc.). Additional information: Expression of interest and tender documents via the University of Sunderland E-Portal. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description ERDF Funded 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/1a0cf30c-58ad-4c76-9e11-4571002a1020
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2019 - 31 Dec 2020 1-2 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 SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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