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SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF METAL BINDER JETTING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING WORKSTATION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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09 Dec 2020 at 09:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract for the supply and installation of a metal binder jetting additive manufacturing workstation. This tender, initiated as part of a project funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF), is categorised under electrical equipment and apparatus. The procurement process followed an open procedure and was completed on 18th November 2020, with the total contract value standing at £354,800. The project aims to benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the West Midlands by enabling the development of high-impact manufacturing technologies.

This procurement opportunity is particularly well-suited for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly those with experience in metal additive manufacturing or 3D printing. Companies that focus on developing innovative solutions for production processes, especially those targeting SMEs, will find potential in collaborating with the University of Birmingham to further enhance local tech capabilities. The successful supplier, Laser Lines Limited, exemplifies the type of organisation that can thrive in this competitive field, paving the way for others in the market looking to expand their business in the realm of advanced manufacturing.

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Notice Title

SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF METAL BINDER JETTING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING WORKSTATION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

Notice Description

This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a binder jetting additive manufacturing workstation. The workstation will form part of a physical demonstrator, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high impact manufacturing technologies by the SMEs in West Midlands. In this context, the workstation will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefits of local businesses. The workstation should perform metal additive manufacturing/3D printing for variety of powder materials including stainless steel, copper, tool steel and Nickel based superalloys. It should have reasonable building envelope of at least 4L (XY should be at least 35x20cm). Though, the system should allow upgrading the build envelope to bigger size in the future when needed. The system should have a separate unit for powder station unit to avoid powder contamination. The system should be able to produce various part geometries simultaneously without the need for multiple setups. The system should have very high resolution of at least 1600x1600 DPI. The system should have very high deposition/printing rate, 10 times faster than the powder bed fusion technology, of at least 700 cc/hr. The workstation should have an open access operating system where all working parameters can be modified. The system should be able to produce parts with very high surface finish.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5cb227d-c410-40c7-ae67-75c37b43dc7d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£354,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£354,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LASER LINES

Further Information

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