Tender

Ultra High Precision 5-axis CNC Milling Machine

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Tender

11 Oct 2020 at 14:35

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is inviting suppliers to participate in the tender for an "Ultra High Precision 5-axis CNC Milling Machine". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically the milling machines industry. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 16th November 2020 at 14:00 UTC. The successful bidder will deliver the machine to the STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory located in Swindon, South East England, with a contract period commencing on 14th December 2020 and concluding on 30th March 2021. The total value of the contract is estimated at £650,000, and the procurement method is an open procedure.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of precision milling machinery. Companies with experience in high-precision engineering and those capable of producing equipment that meets stringent quality specifications are encouraged to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited for this procurement, as the tender allows for their participation, thereby promoting inclusivity and fostering innovation within the sector.

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Notice Title

Ultra High Precision 5-axis CNC Milling Machine

Notice Description

The requirement is for a new fully enclosed, single unit, compact, ultra-high-precision CNC 5-axis milling machine with an integrated tool and workpiece changer with a proven capability to machine metal reproducibly to micron/submicron tolerances. An outstanding surface finish on the completed components is also a critical specification. The machine must have the capability to accept workpieces up to 350 mm in diameter and 200 mm in height. The new CNC mill will be installed in the RAL Space Millimetre Wave Technology Group's Precision Development Facility (PDF) at the STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a0c0278-e8b6-4ffc-908b-495be7841301
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42623000 - Milling machines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 30 Mar 2021 1-6 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
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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