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Tender for the Supply and Installation of a Dual Laser (Green/IR) Metal 3D Printer for the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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19 Sep 2023 at 08:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a dual laser metal 3D printer. This procurement opportunity falls within the industry category of miscellaneous special-purpose machinery. The tender period ends on 17th October 2023, with the contract period scheduled to start on 30th October 2023. The buying organisation is The University of Birmingham, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of advanced 3D printing technology to collaborate with a prestigious academic institution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in this open procedure tender. The University of Birmingham aims to establish partnerships to drive innovative research and development projects in sectors such as nuclear, space, quantum technology, biomedical, and defence, thereby supporting economic growth and technological advancement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the Supply and Installation of a Dual Laser (Green/IR) Metal 3D Printer for the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a dual laser selective laser melting (metal 3D printing) platform. The machine needs to include 2 lasers; infra-red laser and green laser sources. The machine will be a part of an investment by the University of Birmingham to facilitate/support the development of components for the UK's nuclear, space, quantum technology, biomedical, and defence sectors. In this context, the machine will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with the end-users and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of these sectors. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefits of the UK's economy. The machine should be able to 3D print copper and its alloys, precious metals and alloys (e.g. silver and its alloys) using the green laser beam, achieving density >99%. It should also allow the printing of functionally graded structures that are composed of two different materials (e.g. copper to tungsten) through changing the laser source from green to infra-red simultaneously or sequentially. The machine should allow full control on the process parameters (power/heat input, laser focus parameters, scanning strategies, materials dosing, etc...). There should be very limited restrictions on the types of materials (in powder form) that can be utilised using this platform. The system should be fully equipped with a process control interface, while being open source with respect to the process parameters. The build chamber should permit the usage of limited quantities of powders, allowing quick optimisation runs to performed and ease of cleaning following the completion of builds. This project may be funded by the University of Birmingham or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils. Full tender information and documents available through the University's e-tendering portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58f2dec5-c0ac-4a0f-957b-d10eab2a2a60
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Oct 2023 - 30 Apr 2024 6-12 months
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 BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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