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CNC Milling Machine

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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26 Mar 2026 at 11:26

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has successfully completed the procurement process for a CNC Milling Machine, specifically the VM30i Plus 3-axis Machining Centre, along with additional items, services, and warranties. This contract falls under the civil engineering machinery category and will involve delivery across various regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, categorised as a below-threshold limited competition, and the contract commenced on 25th March 2026, with an end date of 25th March 2028. The award, currently active, attests to the successful alignment with legal requirements under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in manufacturing or supplying civil engineering machinery. The primary supplier, Hurco Europe Ltd, exemplifies the calibre of small to medium enterprises that can thrive under such procurement processes. Businesses that have experience in machining centres and related engineering innovations should find this contract conducive to expanding their market presence in targeted regions across the UK. Engaging with the University of Sussex's procurement initiatives may not only lead to considerable financial gains but also elevate industry standing through association with a prominent educational institution.

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Notice Title

CNC Milling Machine

Notice Description

VM30i Plus 3 axis Machining Centre and additional items/services/warranties

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0674d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027806-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

43310000 - Civil engineering machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£102,213 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 25 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FALMER, BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HURCO EUROPE

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