Tender

Large Scale Resin Infusion Capability

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Tender

18 Aug 2017 at 13:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol, through the National Composites Centre (NCC), is initiating a tender for the "Large Scale Resin Infusion Capability". This procurement falls under the miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery category and is centred in Bristol, England. The tender process is currently in the active stage and will conclude on 18th September 2017. The project has an allocated budget of £220,000 and aims to enhance the team's capabilities in liquid composite moulding, supporting both manufacturing and research development programs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in composite manufacturing and advanced machinery production. Companies that design and manufacture systems for resin infusion processes, particularly those capable of large-scale operations, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, suppliers offering comprehensive support packages, including installation and training, may find this tender to be a valuable avenue for growth, especially given the emphasis on innovation within the UK’s high-value manufacturing sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Large Scale Resin Infusion Capability

Notice Description

The National Composites Centre (NCC) is an independent, open-access national centre that delivers world-class innovation in the design and rapid manufacture of composites, and facilitates their widespread industrial exploitation. Liquid Composite Moulding (LCM) is one of the core competencies of the NCC and High-Value manufacturing in the UK. In this context, the NCC has identified a need to procure a Large Scale Resin Infusion (LSRI) Capability to directly support key manufacturing and research development programs, whilst widening the potential applicability of LCM processes to large components. This capability must be specified, procured and commissioned to ensure suitability for industrial research and development programs, as well as supporting the maturation of emerging manufacturing technologies from academia towards industrial application. A key requirement is for a robust system for injecting large resin volumes into a variety of preforms in either vacuum bagged or closed-mould processes. This equipment is to be primarily used in conjunction with a large oven, to produce high quality, high fibre volume fraction composite parts. The injection equipment shall therefore be capable of injecting preforms with both one and two-part resin systems, including aerospace grade epoxies. The system requires closed loop feedback control of key process variables. The scope of supply is summarised in the following list: Design Manufacture Factory acceptance testing Installation and commissioning Connection of services to the equipment Site acceptance testing Operator and maintenance training Comprehensive documentation Ongoing support and maintenance Full Specifications and details are within the tender pack located on the e-tendering Portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c643014b-3960-4d95-9e7b-4fdd8ca084bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad6769c7-ce6c-4dc2-9b17-09356cb5e3fb
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Dec 2017 - 10 Jun 2020 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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
University of Bristol on behalf of the National Composites Centr
Contact Email
danielle.spencer.external@nccuk.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 7FS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Emersons Green
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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