Tender

Metal 3D Printed Part Post-Processing Polishing Kit

UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER

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Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 09:54

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Greater Manchester is currently in the tender stage for a procurement process titled "Metal 3D Printed Part Post-Processing Polishing Kit", intended for the School of Engineering and Built Environment. This tender falls under the services category and targets laboratory services within the UK, specifically at their Bolton location. The procurement method is open competition with a main procurement requirement being below the threshold, allowing broader participation. Key dates include the deadline for tender submissions on 4th March 2026 and the conclusion of the enquiry period on 18th February 2026. The estimated value of the contract is £64,000, with the project scheduled to begin on 6th April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in metal finishing and 3D printing technologies, particularly those experienced in workshop tools tailored to the educational and engineering sectors. Companies offering competitive pricing and high-quality service are likely to be well-positioned to compete, especially given that the award criteria balance price and quality at 40% and 60% respectively. Engaging in this procurement process could allow businesses to expand their scope within the academic field and foster future opportunities with public authorities in the wider Manchester area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Metal 3D Printed Part Post-Processing Polishing Kit

Notice Description

Metal 3D Printed Part Post-Processing Polishing Kit for use in the School of Engineering and Built Environment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0647a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010280-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£64,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 4 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
Graham Fox
Contact Email
procurement@bolton.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01204903119

Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL3 5AB
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton South and Walkden

Further Information

Notice Documents

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