Tender

Tender for the Supply and Installation of Magnetic Alignment Presses (1 Axial and 1 Transverse)

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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25 Mar 2022 at 15:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is currently engaging in a public procurement process for the supply and installation of magnetic alignment presses, comprising one axial and one transverse unit. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the magnets industry, and is being conducted using an open procedure above the threshold. The tender was published on 25 March 2022, with a submission deadline set for 26 April 2022. The contract period runs from 1 May 2022 to 30 November 2022, and deliveries are expected to be made to Tyesley Energy Park in Birmingham, postcode B15 2TT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in manufacturing and supplying scientific equipment, specifically those with expertise in magnetic technology and industrial presses. Businesses that meet stringent UK regulations and British Standards, and have experience with similar technologies are well-positioned to compete for this contract, potentially fostering growth through involvement in cutting-edge research funded by the UK Research and Innovation's Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the Supply and Installation of Magnetic Alignment Presses (1 Axial and 1 Transverse)

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supplying production-scale magnetic powder alignment presses (both axial and transverse modes) for research purposes in the field of permanent magnet processing. The proposed units will allow magnetic powders to be aligned and compacted in an nitrogen atmosphere before a sintering stage. Note, due to space requirements of the system, the proposed alignment presses will be installed at Tyesley Energy Park in Birmingham. This project is funded by the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund; Driving the Electric Revolution. The equipment must comply with all the relevant UK law, regulations, and British Standards. Specification i. Transverse Alignment Press An All-electric Transverse Magnetic Field Forming press capable of a maximum pressing force of 450 kN (~45 tons), with a filling depth of up to 120 mm and filling weight of up to 500 grams of NdFeB per pressing event. This action should produce green compacts with densities of up to 4.3 g/cm3. A magnetising field of up to 1.8 T will operate during the pressing action. The equipment should comprise of: * An unloading glove box, containing nitrogen gas and <100 ppm oxygen * An inert powder feeding system with powder weighing capability and this will control to below 100ppm oxygen. P a g e | 12 * The powder feeding system will automatically feed the die with a predetermined mass of NdFeB powder. * Synchronous bidirectional pressing with upper and lower platens * A magnetising and demagnetising system * An electrical control system * A water chiller to cool the magnetisation system * All-electric Magnetic Field Forming press * Ability to press parts to the maximum dimensions of 70 mm x 90 mm x 55 mm (LxWxH). ii. Axial Alignment Press An Axial Magnetic Field Forming press capable of a maximum pressing force of 400 kN (~40 tons), with a filling depth of up to 120 mm and filling weight of up to 100 grams of NdFeB per pressing event. This action should produce green compacts with densities of up to 4.2 g/cm3. A magnetising field of up to 1.8 T will operate during the pressing action. The equipment should comprise of: * An unloading glove box, containing nitrogen gas and <100 ppm oxygen * An inert powder feeding system with powder weighing capability * The powder feeding system will automatically feed the die with a predetermined mass of NdFeB powder. * An axial magnetising and demagnetising system capable of 1.8 T field between punches when 50 mm apart. * An electrical control system * A water chiller to cool the magnetisation system * Servo hydraulic force system * Ability to press parts with a maximum filling height of 60 mm and outer diameters of between 20 and 50 mm. Additional information: All correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; www.in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home Scoring to assess the tenderers information is "pre-loaded" onto the In-Tend system. Therefore, you must make sure you complete all elements. Key information for this tender is published on In-tend This notice has also been published on Find a Tender service.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-84413ae2-e5a3-4762-a585-a56751ef267f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c79355-fbf0-46d1-ae30-ca75e4dc91a2
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

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

31630000 - Magnets

42636000 - Presses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£310,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 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 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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