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2405/465/CW/CYMRU/19 Polymer Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting a procurement process for the award of a contract for a Polymer Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer. This initiative is part of their efforts to enhance capabilities at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in North East Wales. The procurement is currently at the award stage, with the contract covering requirements for four years, starting from 31st January 2020 to 30th January 2024. The closing date for the tender submission occurred on 9th December 2019, and the successful bid was awarded to Express Group Limited T/A GoPrint3D for a contract value of £95,597.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in advanced manufacturing and 3D printing technologies, particularly those specialising in the production of specialised machinery and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process was designed to be inclusive. As the University aims to utilise the 3D printer for rapid prototyping and to support local SMEs and partners, there are possibilities for collaboration and knowledge exchange, further enabling business growth in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2405/465/CW/CYMRU/19 Polymer Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer - AWARD

Notice Description

2405/465/CW/CYMRU/19 Polymer Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Polymer Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Wales. Scope of Requirement The new AMRC Wales facility located in NE Wales and has a requirement to be able to rapidly produce prototypes of designs for examination and has identified that 3D Printing is the best method of achieving this criteria. We are looking to purchase an advanced polymer 3D printer to enhance the capability of our centre and gain knowledge which we can pass onto our customers, partners and local SME's in rapid prototyping, advanced manufacturing and 3D printing. The contract will cover the consumables of the printer for a 4 year period, however there are no guaranteed volumes of purchase. The machine is required to meet a high demand, provide scope for expansion in the future, and also demonstrate how the technology can replace some traditional equipment. The machine will be used to provide 3D printed components to support research and development projects being carried out at the AMRC Wales facility (AMRC/Cymru, Chester Road, Bretton, Flintshire, CH4 ODH). Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 9th December at 12 noon (UK time).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9eb62434-71c5-4b30-84f1-2ea40a466b88
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

22900000 - Miscellaneous printed matter

30211300 - Computer platforms

30232110 - Laser printers

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,597 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20206 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2020 - 30 Jan 2024 4-5 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S60 5TZ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE34 Rotherham
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Rotherham
Electoral Ward
Rother Vale
Westminster Constituency
Rotherham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXPRESS GROUP LIMITED T/A GOPRINT3D

Further Information

Notice Documents

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