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High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Aug 2018 at 11:03

Tender

06 Jun 2018 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is seeking proposals for a High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability, aimed at improving machine performance and tool longevity. The procurement is classified under gas cooling systems in the goods category, with a total contract value of £180,000. The tender was published on 6th June 2018, and the submission deadline is set for 9th July 2018 at 12 noon (UK time). The successful bidder is expected to deliver, install, and commission the system at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in Rotherham, following a collaborative approach with Machine Tool Technologies Limited.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, particularly those specialising in coolant systems and industrial machinery. Companies with expertise in installation, testing, and commissioning of advanced cooling technology, especially those familiar with 5-axis machinery, would find this contract appealing. Participation in the project could serve as a stepping stone for business growth and the establishment of long-term relationships within the aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.

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Notice Title

High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability

Notice Description

1986/382/CW/AMRC/18 High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability The AMRC requires delivery, installation, testing and commissioning of a system to provide high pressure CO2 and MQL coolant to an existing machine, with the outcome of reducing tool wear and/or allowing for more aggressive/faster cuts. The system should be externally connected and should be supplied with its own base. The system should allow the machine to alternate between traditional emulsion through tool coolant and through tool supply of CO2 with minimum intervention. The Cooling System shall be fitted onto a Cincinnati H5-800MT Geminex 5-Axis which is currently undergoing an upgrade at the AMRC's nominated supplier, Machine Tool Technologies Limited ( MTT ) -at the address below: MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED SUITE 1H RIBBLE COURT 1 MEAD WAY BURNLEY BB12 7NG It is desired that the coolant system will be fitted during the upgrade at MTT's premises. The successful Tenderer will be required to co-ordinate with MTT and all other interested stakeholders to ensure that all necessary arrangements are established for completion of the project in the following phases: Phase One: Delivery, installation and commissioning of the coolant system fitted to the Cincinnati H5-800MT Geminex 5-Axis. On completion of commissioning, testing to be conducted to confirm the system is operating correctly. Final acceptance by University. Phase Two: On final acceptance, the Tenderer shall decommission the equipment, any Rotary Union etc shall remain in place within the Cincinnati machine. The Tenderer to remove and store at own premises and cost, pending re-commissioning at Phase Three of the project. Phase Three: In collaboration with MTT and the Purchase, co-ordinate the delivery of the coolant system at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Delivery, Installation, Testing, Re-Commissioning at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Park, Catcliffe, Rotherham. Final Acceptance by the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre The price submitted should take into account all costs incurred for full turnkey provision, at all at all phases of the project and shall include any transportation and storage costs that may be incurred. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an EU open procedure carried out in accordance with the Regulations ( Public Contracts Regulations 2015). The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 9th July 2018 at 12 noon (UK time).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4968082d-fa92-44fd-86bc-a2e967b55b12
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d7d892-cb0e-43f5-81d3-8fb47cd6f212
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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


CPV Codes

31161200 - Gas cooling systems

38423000 - Pressure-measuring equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£173,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Aug 20187 years ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUSION COOLANT SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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