Tender

Supply of CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System.

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 10:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, acting for the Ministry of Defence, is inviting suppliers to participate in a tender for the supply of a CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System. This procurement falls under the category of machine tools, specifically involving metal-working equipment, and is located within the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently active and follows a selective procurement method, with catalogue purchase as the procurement approach. Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the closing date of 9th March 2026, and successful contracts will commence on 10th March 2026, lasting until 10th March 2028. This initiative aims to onboard multiple suppliers onto the Unite Procurement Platform, maintaining a competitive and flexible supply base.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in machine tools, particularly those providing CNC lathe systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suitable to compete, as the procurement process supports these classifications. The procurement offers a compliant route to market, facilitating access to UK public sector organisations for managing low-value, high-volume procurements. Interested businesses should possess capabilities for product modification and maintenance services, enhancing their chances of being onboarded into a responsive supplier network tailored to meet evolving demand. Suppliers are encouraged to contact Unite Procurement UK Limited to register their interest and benefit from ongoing opportunities beyond initial deadlines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System.

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System. The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement. 1 x CNC Lathe with Touchscreen Control System * Interactive touchscreen CNC control with enhanced operator assistance features * Approx. 400 mm swing over bed * Approx. 218 mm swing over cross slide * Approx. 760 mm distance between centres * Approx. 54 mm spindle bore * Includes 200 mm 3 jaw chuck with D1 6 camlock fitting * 7.5 hp spindle motor with variable speeds approx. 150-2,500 rpm and constant surface speed capability 1 x Advanced Control Features Package Includes capabilities such as: * Solid model graphical verification of programmed parts * Toolpath simulation * Event comments and editable G code * Thread repair functionality * Clipboard tools * Gang tooling setup options * Custom threading cycles * Tapping cycles * Search and edit tools 1 x Warranty and Training Package * 12 month parts and labour warranty * 1 day of machine training at a designated training centre * Option for classroom training sessions (may be combined with other companies) * Includes 2 years of telephone support 1 x Standard Delivery and Installation * Delivery on a craned vehicle with offloading and positioning included * Customer site must allow clear, level, and appropriate access for machine installation * Drivers can negotiate minor steps or slopes, but additional provisions may be required for more complex access situations How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached. Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations. Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network. For any enquiries and interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title ''TSS 611 ''

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9aa17d69-ee83-42c4-9097-4a7fe58d04c0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd721c79-a7f4-4a5f-b878-a93318d2caca
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

42620000 - Lathes, boring and milling machine tools

42630000 - Metal-working machine tools

42640000 - Machine tools for working hard materials except metals

42650000 - Pneumatic or motorised hand tools

42660000 - Soldering, brazing and welding tools, surface tempering and hot-spraying machines and equipment

42670000 - Parts and accessories of machine tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Mar 2026 - 10 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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