Tender

Tender for the Provision of a Robotic Arm for 3D Printing Concrete (ERDF FUNDED)

MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

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Tender

21 Jul 2021 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester Metropolitan University is currently conducting a procurement process titled "Tender for the Provision of a Robotic Arm for 3D Printing Concrete (ERDF FUNDED)." This tender falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on industrial robots. The active procurement is in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 4th August 2021. The contract is intended to commence on 24th August 2021 and will run until 23rd August 2023. The project is designed for use in an Interreg funded initiative that aims to utilise recycled fine aggregate for creating urban memorial sculptures and garden furniture.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in robotics, 3D printing technology, and construction materials. Companies that can demonstrate their capacity to supply a compact concrete 3D printing robotic arm, provide complementary development of mortars, and offer training and ongoing support will be particularly well-suited to compete. This project not only aims to incorporate innovative practices in construction but also seeks to build strong supplier relationships, making it an attractive venture for SMEs in related industries.

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Notice Title

Tender for the Provision of a Robotic Arm for 3D Printing Concrete (ERDF FUNDED)

Notice Description

The University is looking for a compact, concrete 3D printing robotic arm suitable for printing both small, detailed models and larger structures. We are looking for an organisation who not only supply this solution, but will assist with the development of mortars, provide training and support on their product and develop a good relationship to develop the best outcomes. The concrete printer is required for an Interreg funded project looking to use recycled fine aggregate to produce urban memorial sculptures and garden furniture. Additional information: Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Funded Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71569740-4481-4ce4-ad1f-eb88fe54c62c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18956c94-8290-47f6-81fe-4a2f20179f07
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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42997300 - Industrial robots

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Aug 2021 - 23 Aug 2023 1-2 years
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
MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASHIRE
Postcode
M15 6BH
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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