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University of Sunderland - 3D Metal Printer - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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23 Oct 2018 at 08:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland has recently completed the procurement process for a 3D Metal Printer as part of the £5.1 million Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Project aimed at supporting SME manufacturers in the North East of England. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, and the award of this tender was announced on 23 October 2018. The contract commenced on 30 September 2018 and will run until 30 September 2020. This initiative falls within the industrial machinery category, emphasising the significance of advanced manufacturing technologies in regional development.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, especially those specialising in industrial machinery and additive manufacturing technologies. Companies capable of supplying a metal 3D printing solution that meets specific technical specifications and material requirements will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The initiative not only aims to foster collaboration with over 400 SMEs but also provides a platform for innovation and market growth within the region, optimising the supply chain potential for new product introductions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of Sunderland - 3D Metal Printer - AWARD

Notice Description

Preamble Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Project (SAM Project) is a ?5.1M funded project (ERDF and University of Sunderland). The project is to support product / process development and implementation of technology for SME manufacturers within the NE LEP area. The support covers several work streams: 1 Practical engagement - utilisation of a Design or Process & Supply Chain or Maintenance Specialist for a minimum of 2 days in support of an issue for quick support resolution (Fully Funded) 2 Research Support - development of a product or process using research support from the academic skills within the University giving the SME the IP developed (Fully Funded) 3 Grant - ?800K available in matched funded support for capital / validation processes or introduction of technology 4 Capital technology centre - ?1M of capital available to support SME use for R&D work based within The Industry Centre, University of Sunderland (Fully Funded) 5 Supply Chain Potential - New products to market will be developed and issued for the regional SME's to become new suppliers to a developing market for growth (Fully Funded) This project envisages engagement with over 400 SME Manufacturers across the North East and is an integral part of the Regional Strategy for growth. Overall Requirement Specification for the Authority Metal 3D printer which produces parts by any suitable appropriate technology, such as Laser Metal Deposition, Direct Metal Laser Sintering, Atomic Diffusion Additive Manufacturing or Bound Metal Deposition. If the process does not directly form the finished product then all downstream processes and equipment such as Wash/Debind stations and Sinter Furnace ovens must be included in the offer. Any shielding gas requirements need to be suitably and clearly identified and the options for supply of these presented. Typical printed part resolution of 50 microns. Build/print area of 250mm x 200mm x 150m or greater to enable production of real engineering components via Metal Additive Manufacturing. The proposed solution must be capable of printing in a range of materials including, but not limited to: Stainless Steel, Tool Steel, Titanium, Aluminium Any proposal should also clearly identify the issues, time, procedures and waste associated with changing from one material type/powder to another. Material costs should be identified for all 4 of the typical materials specified above, along with resultant typical yield from the process, and identifying again waste in changing material. Machine cleaning and HSE issue to be clearly identified. Extraction and Shield gas supply to be clearly identified as appropriate and costs identified along with any other requirement that will be necessary to support the complete installation and operation of the equipment. Software for processing the CAD data into the suitable print file and for co...

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/b9e6d76d-bd74-4d93-889d-9f4d222f18b6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20187 years ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2020 2-3 years
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 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXPRESS GROUP LTD T/A GOPRINT3D

Further Information

Notice Documents

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