Tender

Supply and Installation of Three Machine Vision Systems and One Laser Profiler to the University of Birmingham

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Tender

11 Sep 2020 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of three machine vision systems and one laser profiler, as part of a project funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF). The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 12:00 on 12th October 2020. This project is classified under the industry category of Automation Systems, and the equipment will be utilized at the University’s facilities located in Edgbaston, West Midlands, UK. The total budget for this procurement is up to £89,983, excluding VAT. The procurement method used is an open procedure which is below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in automation technology and equipment supply, particularly those with expertise in machine vision and robotic systems integration. Companies that specialise in providing high-impact automation solutions, electronic equipment, or robotic components would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the West Midlands region can leverage this opportunity to partner with technology providers, driving business growth through collaboration on innovative applications and joint R&D programmes.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Three Machine Vision Systems and One Laser Profiler to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of three machine vision systems and one laser profiler. The machine vision systems will be integrated into automation systems and robotic systems to form part of physical demonstrators, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high-impact automation technologies by SMEs in the West Midlands. In this context, the systems will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefit of local businesses. The machine vision systems could be used as automated inspection tools for products such as electronic equipment, vehicle parts, metal components, food, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. The required system functions include presence/absence detection, position and alignment detection, dimension measurement, flaw detection, counting, defect inspection, character recognition, 2D code and barcode code reading. The systems can be used for real-time and automated inspection on production lines. The machine vision systems should be easily integrated with industrial robots including TechMan, KUKA LBR iiwa, and Staubli robots to enable vision-guided robot motion (visual servoing). Direct communication between vision system controller and robot controller should be easily established and the settings easily configured. Reliable and stable calibration should be easily carried out to link robot and vision system. The machine vision systems should include cameras, lenses, lighting units, controllers, PC software, cables and other accessories. Different functions should be included in system software, which are easy for operators to use. Overall budget for this item is up to ?89,983.00 excluding VAT. This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3482b3f-20ae-483a-8a3c-89841f73a7cf
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

38651000 - Cameras

48921000 - Automation system

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Oct 2020 - 25 Oct 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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