Tender

Multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders

THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham is currently conducting a tender for a Multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders. The procurement is classified under the miscellaneous special-purpose machinery category and is located in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. This open procurement process has a tender period ending on 16 July 2021, and the contract will commence on 1 September 2021, lasting until 1 July 2026. The estimated contract value is £667,000, with a minimum value of £550,000.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth for companies in the manufacturing and machinery sectors, particularly those with expertise in additive manufacturing technologies. Businesses that specialise in innovative machinery solutions and have a strong track record in similar systems would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could facilitate partnerships and expand market presence in the rapidly evolving field of materials science.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders

Notice Description

Multibeam laser powder bed fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders, to integrate within an existing lPBF facility, which will enable new materials science in Additive Manufacturing, unleashing new materials and microstructure development. Additional information: The University invites tenders from sufficiently experienced and qualified suppliers for the provision of a multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders Please refer and respond to the ITT Documents for full details This ITT documentation reference 1429 ITT JG should only have been downloaded from the In-Tend Portal. Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Confirmation of intention to submit - The In-Tend system has an OPT IN / OPT OUT button at the end of the ITT list of documents, if you wish to proceed with this tender you must click on the 'OPT IN' button via the website to enable you to upload your return: Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Decline or inability to return - If you wish to decline or are unable to return please click on the 'OPT OUT' button along with a correspondence to detail the reasons why you have declined to bid for this tender via the website: Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Correspondence regarding tender - Any queries about this tender MUST ONLY be directed using the correspondence link on the In-Tend website Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Responses to basic clarification queries will be shared with all prospective Tenderer's. However, correspondence marked as 'commercially sensitive' will be respected as such and NOT shared, although the UoN reserves the right to overrule this marking if it has been incorrectly identified. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386b863d-5351-4a1c-bdd9-353c021b0d21
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£667,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2021 - 1 Jul 2026 4-5 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Contact Name
Julie Greenfield
Contact Email
julie.greenfield@nottingham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441158466587

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG7 2RN
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Radford
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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