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SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF THREE MACHINE VISION SYSTEMS AND ONE LASER PROFILER TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has recently completed a tender for the supply and installation of three machine vision systems and one laser profiler, valued at £89,927. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on automation systems, and was administered through an open procurement process. The tender period ended on 12th October 2020, while the contract commenced on 27th November 2020 and will run until 31st December 2020. This procurement aims to support local SMEs in the West Midlands by facilitating the integration of high-impact automation technologies into their operations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in automation technology, particularly those capable of providing integrated machine vision systems. Companies with expertise in manufacturing automated inspection tools suitable for various industries—such as electronics, automotive, food, and pharmaceuticals—are well-positioned to engage in future projects related to this initiative. Moreover, firms looking to foster partnerships with the University of Birmingham for co-funded R&D programmes should consider exploring this market, which is geared towards enhancing local business capabilities through innovative solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF THREE MACHINE VISION SYSTEMS AND ONE LASER PROFILER TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

Notice Description

This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of three machine vision systems and one laser profiler. The machine vision systems will be integrated into automation systems and robotic systems to form part of physical demonstrators, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high-impact automation technologies by SMEs in the West Midlands. In this context, the systems will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefit of local businesses. The machine vision systems could be used as automated inspection tools for products such as electronic equipment, vehicle parts, metal components, food, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. The required system functions include presence/absence detection, position and alignment detection, dimension measurement, flaw detection, counting, defect inspection, character recognition, 2D code and barcode code reading. The systems can be used for real-time and automated inspection on production lines. The machine vision systems should be easily integrated with industrial robots including TechMan, KUKA LBR iiwa, and Staubli robots to enable vision-guided robot motion (visual servoing). Direct communication between vision system controller and robot controller should be easily established and the settings easily configured. Reliable and stable calibration should be easily carried out to link robot and vision system. The machine vision systems should include cameras, lenses, lighting units, controllers, PC software, cables and other accessories. Different functions should be included in system software, which are easy for operators to use.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8f5d8212-6210-476f-8643-0c3230f69d9e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a46a53f-24d8-49bb-8a15-2e8a31c865ae
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48921000 - Automation system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£89,927 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£89,927 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KEYENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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