Tender

Aluminium Alloy Purchase

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Tender

03 Feb 2020 at 12:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield, representing the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), has issued a tender for the purchase of Aluminium Alloy. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods and is located in Rotherham, England. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with the submission period ending on 17 February 2020. The estimated value of the contract is £90,000, and it is important for bidders to adhere to specific quality standards and delivery practices to meet the project's requirements. The contract period is set to commence on 2 March 2020 and conclude on 31 March 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the aluminium manufacturing and supply sector, particularly those capable of meeting precise quality and sizing specifications. Suppliers that can demonstrate efficient delivery and robust safety practices will be well-positioned to secure this contract, as the AMRC seeks a reliable partner for this one-off project. Companies looking to enhance their market presence should consider engaging with this opportunity, as it enables them to showcase their capabilities in a competitive procurement environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Aluminium Alloy Purchase

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield (UoS) on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) wishes to invite tenders for the provision of quality aluminium alloy from an accredited supplier. The aluminium requirement is for a specialist project that the AMRC is undertaking and is a one-off requirement (not recurring demand). The aluminium will be delivered to the AMRC's Factory of the Future, Catcliffe. The Aluminium must meet a specific standard/quality and sizing requirements. This is aligned to the specific project requirements and associated quality assurances that must be obtained. The supplier must ensure safe working practices particularly in the delivery and off-loading of aluminium materials. The delivery of aluminium material is critical to the project requirement and suppliers will be assessed on their ability to provide the requirement in full and the earliest opportunity. This tender is in accordance with our Financial Standing Orders and a Sub-Threshold opportunity. This opportunity and all associated tender documentation and instructions are available by registering on the University's on line e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield . Please ensure you read the instructions carefully and upload your return before the submission deadline.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-de81d9f8-a91a-44d5-bc28-491d2836f87b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3205cad9-a424-4231-8c24-5bf0b72965bf
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

CPV Codes

14721000 - Aluminium

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2020 30 days
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 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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