Tender

Metrology System for Composites Manufacturing

THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

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Tender

02 Jan 2020 at 11:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham is seeking tenders for the provision of a Metrology System aimed at enhancing composites manufacturing. This procurement falls within the industry category of miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery, with a contract value of £125,000 and a minimum bid threshold of £100,000. The tender initiation date is set for 2nd January 2020, with the submission deadline for bids on 20th January 2020. The contract period is expected to commence on 31st January 2020 and will extend until 30th January 2024. Interested suppliers must register on the University’s InTend portal to access the Invitation to Tender and submit their bids.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision measurement and manufacturing technologies. Companies with experience in providing advanced metrology systems, digital twin technologies, or those focused on automation solutions would be particularly well-suited to participate. The demand for high-resolution data collection and inspection capabilities in the manufacturing sector makes this an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the composites industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Metrology System for Composites Manufacturing

Notice Description

The metrology system will provide critical inspection capabilities, enabling both discrete and in-line measurement to be undertaken. The collection of high-resolution data including fibre orientation, defect identification and surface form will allow the development of a digital twin of the manufacturing process. Additional information: Documentation regarding this tender reference PROC JG ITT/1157 can be obtained via the University of Nottingham InTend portal @ https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Potential suppliers must register on the portal in order to view the Invitation to Tender https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Registration Correspondence/queries Any queries about this tender MUST ONLY be directed using the correspondence link on the In-Tend website https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Responses to basic clarification queries will be shared with all prospective Tenderer's. However, correspondents marked as 'competitive advantage' will be respected as such and NOT shared, although the University reserves the right to overrule this marking if it has been incorrectly identified. Confirmation of intention to submit The In-Tend system has an OPT IN / OPT OUT button at the end of the ITT list of documents, if you wish to proceed with this tender you must click on the 'OPT IN' button via the website to enable you to upload your return: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Decline or inability to return If you wish to decline or are unable to return please click on the 'OPT OUT' button along with a correspondence to detail the reasons why you have declined to bid for this tender via the website: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704f29ad-9721-457b-8fef-1583f6005175
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2020 - 30 Jan 2024 4-5 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG7 2RN
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Radford
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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