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Supply of a machine head capable of carbon fibre material deposition using Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) technology in both 2D and 3D applications.

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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21 Jan 2025 at 15:27

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract for the supply of a machine head capable of carbon fibre material deposition using Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) technology in both 2D and 3D applications. This project, valued at £1,600,000, falls into the 'Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery' category and is located in the UKK1 region. The procurement process is now complete, with the tender awarded on 10th January 2025. The procurement followed a limited method, justified by the unique capabilities of the supplier, iCOMAT Ltd, who is currently the only provider of the required 3D RTS machines. The delivery is aimed to extend the composite layup technology available at the National Composites Centre (NCC).

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in advanced machinery, composite materials, and related technological applications. Businesses that develop or utilise complex machinery, especially those with expertise in carbon fibre and RTS technologies, would be well-suited to participate in such procurements. The contract's exclusive nature, awarded without prior publication due to the unique supplier capabilities, highlights the potential for growth through strategic partnerships and the development of niche technological solutions.

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Notice Title

Supply of a machine head capable of carbon fibre material deposition using Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) technology in both 2D and 3D applications.

Notice Description

Supply of a machine head capable of carbon fibre material deposition using Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) technology in both 2D and 3D applications. This procurement will extend the composite layup technology of the NCC not currently readily available in commercial or academic locations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

1 New 3D Rapid Tow Shearing machine head and new software development

Procurement Information

Justification for awarding this contract without prior publication of a call for competition in accordance with Article 32 (5) (b) PCR 2015. iCOMAT Ltd are currently the only supplier for 3D RTS capable machines.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d519
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002052-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
carl.boucher@nccuk.com
Contact Phone
+44 01179289000

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICOMAT

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