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Dual Purpose Laser Cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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28 Jun 2017 at 08:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has awarded a contract for the supply and installation of a Dual Purpose Laser Cutter, capable of cutting both plastic and metal, aimed at enhancing the machining capabilities within its Electronics and Computer Science Department. This procurement, classified under workshop equipment (CPV code 43800000), follows an open tender procedure that concluded on 7 June 2017. The contract period is set to commence on 31 July 2017 and will run until 30 July 2018, with a total contract value of £44,480. The location of the project is in Southampton, United Kingdom.

This contract represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in advanced machinery and workshop equipment. Companies that can provide integrated solutions, including user training and compatible software with industry standards like AutoCAD and CorelDRAW, would be particularly well-suited to participate. Additionally, this project will support research and entrepreneurial initiatives, fostering collaboration across university campuses, which may lead to further procurement opportunities in innovative applications and bespoke manufacturing services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dual Purpose Laser Cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting - AWARD

Notice Description

This is a tender for the supply, delivery, commissioning and user training of Dual purpose laser cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting. This machine will be integrated into current facilities available in the Electronics and Computer Science Department (located within the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering, at the Highfield Campus in Southampton). It will be used to expand the breadth of machining capabilities and technologies currently at the University and stimulate new research ties across multiple University campuses. The acquisition of this new machine will further engender new collaborative research across the University and will enable University researchers to tackle fundamental problems across any discipline where manufactured components may be required in order to conduct experiments or technical analysis. In addition with the merging Enterprise community within the Faculty is will enable bespoke manufacturing to support and increase Faculty led entrepreneurial activities. The Purpose of the Equipment To support research, education and enterprise activities within the Electronics and Computer Science department based in the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. It will enable rapid turnaround "in house' of components for students, academics and researchers. The dual purpose nature of the cutter will provide a greater breadth of materials that can be used in the production of components for new developments and their applications. Primary Hardware Supply and install a of Dual purpose laser cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting This should include all the hardware necessary to extract fumes and particles as a by-product of the cutting process. Required Software Machine operation software must be compatible with industry standard design software such as AutoCad and CorelDRAW. Machine is required to at least cut metal foil.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-36f8851e-baf6-4bf1-86d2-69f6e510d32a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5746d82d-624e-4ca3-9e27-20fa5cdbe947
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

CPV Codes

43800000 - Workshop equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,480 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20178 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2017 - 30 Jul 2018 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOBARTS

Further Information

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