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LUV01348 The supply and installation of a laser welder system

UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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20 Feb 2025 at 17:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester has initiated the procurement process titled "LUV01348 The supply and installation of a laser welder system" for its School of Physics (Space Park Leicester). This tender falls under the industry category of welding equipment and is intended for the acquisition and installation of a state-of-the-art laser welder system to be used for highly reliable welding of Aluminium and Platinum 20% Rhodium. The tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with an open procedure procurement method. Interested parties must submit their applications by 24th March 2025, and the contract is expected to commence on 14th April 2025 and conclude by 28th November 2025. The project is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, with a total contract value of £320,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in welding equipment, especially those capable of delivering high-precision laser welding solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the project's funding structure and inclusivity towards such businesses. Companies with experience in producing or installing sophisticated welding systems will find this tender particularly fitting, especially those with a proven track record in high-reliability welding applications. Engaging in this project could provide substantial growth opportunities and establish or solidify partnerships within the academic sector of the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LUV01348 The supply and installation of a laser welder system

Notice Description

The School of Physics (Space Park Leicester) has funding to purchase a brand-new laser welder system that will be used for very high reliability welding of Aluminium and Platinum 20% Rhodium.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a264cf9-f077-4cc6-b1d1-700d3bfe1219
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42662000 - Welding equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Apr 2025 - 28 Nov 2025 6-12 months
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 LEICESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 7RH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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