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Provision of a High Precision Three-Axial Translation System - Prior Information Notice

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton is seeking suppliers for the provision of a High Precision Three-Axial Translation System, as outlined in a Prior Information Notice (PIN) published on 6th October 2017. This procurement, classified under the CPV code 32343000 (Amplifiers), is currently at the Tender stage and is open for submissions until 19th October 2017 at 12:00 noon local time. The total estimated value of the contract is £200,000, which includes a minimum value of £180,000. The delivery location is the University’s Highfield Campus in Hampshire, United Kingdom, and the contract period is set to commence on 21st November 2017 for one year.

This tender presents excellent growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant experience in high precision translation systems. Suppliers capable of providing fully assembled systems, including installation and support services, are encouraged to participate. Businesses that specialise in manufacturing, engineering, or technical solutions related to motion control systems are well-suited to compete in this procurement process, aligning their capabilities with the University’s requirements for quality and service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a High Precision Three-Axial Translation System - Prior Information Notice

Notice Description

The University of Southampton has a requirement to procure a high precision three-axial translation system. This should include a fully assembled translation system, granite gantry, dedicated motion controller, linear amplifiers, all necessary cables, delivery and installation of the units, software package for interfacing with translation system via G-code and GUI, an operating manual and a 12 month warranty. Additional information: Potential bidders with the genuine capability, demonstrable experience in High Precision Three-Axial Translation Systems and the capacity to meet the requirements set out in this PIN should confirm their interest by downloading, completing and uploading the Questionnaire via the University's tendering portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the In-Tend Portal, you will need to register your company before accessing the PIN stage. Once registered you will need to express and interest in the project, further details will then become available. To submit your interest on the In-Tend portal 1. Log In 2. My Tenders 3. View PIN details. 4. Browse and upload your return (or Zip File) 5. Once response document is uploaded and displayed in the - My Documents for Return - use - Submit My Return. Please note, to preserve the integrity of the procedure, all queries must be made via In-Tend. We look forward to receiving your response. The Closing Time and Date for receipt of submission is 12:00 noon local time on 19 October 2017. Please be aware that the system will automatically reject any late submissions. The responses to this PIN will be used to inform our decision making. There will be no prejudice to any future procurement procedure by participation in this PIN. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dd86446-1bc4-48ca-a8f5-23be6dc60784
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32343000 - Amplifiers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Nov 2017 - 20 Nov 2018 6-12 months
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 SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Further Information

Notice Documents

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