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XM-60 Multi-Axis Calibrator

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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16 Jul 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "XM-60 Multi-Axis Calibrator," was conducted by the University of Sheffield, a prominent institution based in Sheffield, England. This tender falls under the "Machine tools" category of the industry and involves the procurement of equipment meant for measuring the accuracy of laser trackers and robotic arms. With a total value of £90,000, the process concluded at the award stage. The procurement method utilised was a single-source approach, specifically through an Alternative Procurement Route Justification (APJ). The tender process ended on 1st July 2025, while the awarded contract started on 7th July 2025 and is set to run until 6th July 2026. The key industry location is identified by the postal code S9 1ZA.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large machine tool manufacturers, given its focus on advanced calibration equipment. Businesses engaged in high-precision engineering and those with the capability to supply such equipment can leverage this contract to expand their market presence, especially in academic and research institutions. The awarded supplier was Renishaw UK Sales Limited, indicating a preference for experienced companies in the domain. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the field may find similar opportunities beneficial as they can showcase innovation and high-quality offerings to gain contracts in this competitive marketplace.

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Notice Title

XM-60 Multi-Axis Calibrator

Notice Description

measuring the accuracy of laser trackers and robotic arms

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-df1e5311-fd54-4968-831e-8ad0e8aea6c6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c326d97e-088a-4a1f-8ad6-6f7fbe778ade
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Alternative Procurement Route Justification (APJ) - single source
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2025 - 6 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
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)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RENISHAW UK SALES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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