Tender

SAM Project provision of a Fibre Laser Metal Cutting Machine (University of Sunderland)

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Tender

13 Aug 2021 at 10:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is currently conducting a procurement process for the supply of a Fibre Laser Metal Cutting Machine as part of the Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Project (SAM Project). This project has a total budget of £10.9 million, funded by the ERDF and the University itself, and aims to enhance product and process development for SME manufacturers in the North East Local Enterprise Partnership Region. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with submissions due by 17:00 on Tuesday, 31st August 2021. The contract is expected to commence in September 2021 and run until June 2023, with a maximum value of up to £50,000, including VAT.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and larger businesses in the manufacturing sector, particularly those specialising in industrial machinery and laser technology. Companies capable of providing training, maintenance, and a fully functional cutting machine are encouraged to apply, as well as those experienced in low to medium volume production. The open procedure invites a wide range of suppliers, making it an excellent chance for businesses looking to expand their reach in the advanced manufacturing industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SAM Project provision of a Fibre Laser Metal Cutting Machine (University of Sunderland)

Notice Description

The Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Project (SAM Project) is a PS10.9M funded project (ERDF and University of Sunderland), based within The Industry Centre, part of the University of Sunderland. The project is set up to support product / process development and implementation of technology for SME manufacturers within the North East Local Enterprise Partnership Region. We are looking for a supplier to provide a fully functional Fibre Laser Metal Cutting Machine complete with software and interfaces, training, maintenance and a minimum 2 year warranty. A low to medium volume production manufacturing application, in low batch sizes and frequent cut pattern/job variation, capable of also being used for training, teaching, demonstration, prototyping as well as production situations. The machine should be a fully enclosed laser safe cell, with fume and debris management. The maximum value of the procurement is up to PS41,666.66 (ex VAT) PS50,000 (including VAT), for the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award we reserve the right to spend a further 25% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in legislation or requirement. Return of tender submissions closing date is 17:00 hours on Tuesday 31st August 2021 The expected contract dates are September 2021 to June 2023 Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Additional information: Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Download the documents, and send in your completed tender return via In-Tend before the deadline of 17:00 hours on Tuesday 31st August 2021 Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a5d642c-647f-4b3d-be4e-0dfb7973362b
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Sep 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 1-2 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 SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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