Award

Rotating Spindle Drilling System

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Award

15 Oct 2024 at 09:09

TenderUpdate

30 May 2024 at 13:21

Tender

03 May 2024 at 09:26

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield has completed the procurement process for a Rotating Spindle Drilling System, intended for the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) CYMRU in Broughton, Flintshire. The procurement, identified under the code 4137/CYMRU/RH/24, falls under the industrial machinery category and is especially relevant to aerospace drilling and fastening projects. The process followed an open procedure, with the tender issued on 3rd May 2024 and closed on 10th June 2024. The contract, valued at £213,000 GBP, was awarded to Aertec Solutions Limited on 14th October 2024.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for companies in the industrial machinery sector, particularly those specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies. Businesses with expertise in creating complex, sensor-integrated equipment suitable for high-precision aerospace applications will find this tender particularly relevant. The contract requires the system to work with a variety of materials, including carbon fibre-reinforced plastic, aluminium, titanium, and advanced thermoplastic materials, making it ideal for those adept in versatile, multi-material manufacturing processes. Participating in such tenders can boost visibility, credibility, and lead to further high-profile projects within the aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.

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Notice Title

Rotating Spindle Drilling System

Notice Description

4137/CYMRU/RH/24 - Rotating Spindle Drilling System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Rotating Spindle Drilling System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU, Chester Road, Chester, CH4 0DH AMRC Cymru located in Broughton, Flintshire are creating a new centre to carrying out projects and development activities centred around aerospace drilling and fastening. As part of this creation, the AMRC Cymru are looking to purchase a Spindle Drilling system with rotating capabilities. The piece of equipment will sit within an established 7mx7m safety cell and must be able to work alongside our current sensorised coupon holder. The new system must be able to drill holes ranging from 4mm up to 25mm diameters within a range of materials, including: * Carbon Fiber- Reinforced plastic (CFRP) * Aluminium * Titanium * Glass Reinforced Fibre Metal Laminate (GLARE) * Polyetheretherketone PEEK * Resin transfer moulding (RTM) Other thermoplastic materials may be required. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure. 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: 3rd of June 2024 at 12 noon (UK time).

Lot Information

Lot 1

4137/CYMRU/RH/24 - Rotating Spindle Drilling System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Rotating Spindle Drilling System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU, Chester Road, Chester, CH4 0DH AMRC Cymru located in Broughton, Flintshire are creating a new centre to carrying out projects and development activities centred around aerospace drilling and fastening. As part of this creation, the AMRC Cymru are looking to purchase a Spindle Drilling system with rotating capabilities. The piece of equipment will sit within an established 7mx7m safety cell and must be able to work alongside our current sensorised coupon holder. The new system must be able to drill holes ranging from 4mm up to 25mm diameters within a range of materials, including: * Carbon Fiber- Reinforced plastic (CFRP) * Aluminium * Titanium * Glass Reinforced Fibre Metal Laminate (GLARE) * Polyetheretherketone PEEK * Resin transfer moulding (RTM) Other thermoplastic materials may be required. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure. 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: 3rd of June 2024 at 12 noon (UK time).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04571a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033090-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

42637100 - Machine tools for drilling metal

43130000 - Drilling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£213,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
Rachel Hirst
Contact Email
r.e.hirst@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142157590

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
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AERTEC SOLUTIONS

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