Tender

GB-Leicester: LUV00891 - 3D Manufacturing Metal Printer

UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

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Tender

11 Mar 2020 at 14:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leicester is currently inviting tenders for the acquisition of a 3D Manufacturing Metal Printer as part of its ERDF funded Space Technology Applications from Research (STAR) Accelerator project. This procurement process is classified under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is being conducted through an open procurement method. The tender period closes on 1st April 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 1st July 2020 and run until 30th June 2023. The products will be delivered to the East Midlands region in the United Kingdom, with a minimum contract value of £100,000 and a total estimated value of £500,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the manufacturing and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in precision machinery and 3D printing technologies. With the focus on innovative solutions for space research, companies adept in cutting-edge manufacturing processes and quality assurance will find this tender aligned with their capabilities. The inclusion of economic operators from diverse sectors opens the door for a competitive bidding environment, enhancing potential business growth within this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Leicester: LUV00891 - 3D Manufacturing Metal Printer

Notice Description

As part of its Space Technology Applications from Research (STAR) Accelerator project, the Space Research Centre the University of Leicester is seeking tenders for the purchase of a 3D Manufacturing Metal Printer required for an ERDF funded project. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4255788e-b5d5-4fe1-8391-438cbe401418
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a692b2f-f867-41b4-87b4-dd10c6509538
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2020 - 30 Jun 2023 2-3 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 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

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