Tender

507 3D Metal Printer

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

07 May 2020 at 14:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is currently seeking suppliers for the procurement of a 3D Metal Printer, aimed at enhancing the production of small-scale metal objects through a new sintering process. This tender falls under the industrial machinery category and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the tender stage, having been published on 7 May 2020, with a submission deadline set for 29 May 2020. The total budget for this contract is £170,000, and it is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing any eligible supplier to participate.

This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies and machinery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as the nature of the product and its innovative application may align well with their offerings. Successful bidders will have the chance to enhance their portfolio while contributing to the progressive field of metal 3D printing, positioning themselves as leaders in a rapidly evolving market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

507 3D Metal Printer

Notice Description

Aston wish to procure a 3D Metal Printer that provides near net shape production of small scale metal objects. This is a new process wherein metallic parts are constructed by the sintering polymer-encased-metal powders. A cost effective technology that is bringing metal 3D printing into mainstream manufacture.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1a1e2b6-e426-4ac5-b66b-3c0127d8cf1f
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2020 - 5 Jul 2021 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
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

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