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CNC Lathe

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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26 Mar 2026 at 11:38

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex, a sub-central government public authority located in Falmer, Brighton, has completed the procurement process for a CNC Lathe, specifically the TM8Mi XP live tooling turning centre. This procurement falls under the civil engineering machinery category and is part of a limited competition process below threshold as per the UKPGA 2023/54 legal framework. The contract was awarded on 26th March 2026, with a duration extending until 26th March 2028, at a gross value of £123,507.60. The goods involved are intended for delivery across various regions within the United Kingdom, ensuring broad geographical service operations.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in civil engineering machinery, particularly SMEs like Hurco Europe Ltd, which successfully secured the contract as the supplier. Firms with expertise in CNC lathe manufacturing and tooling services may find similar contracts lucrative, enhancing their market presence and diversifying their client base. Participating in tenders governed by universities and public institutions can bolster business credentials and open pathways for further contractual engagements with educational and governmental entities. The procurement method prioritises efficient delivery, creating avenues for competitive yet targeted bids from suitably equipped companies.

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Notice Title

CNC Lathe

Notice Description

TM8Mi XP live tooling turning centre and additional items/services/warranties

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0674e3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027828-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£102,923 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 26 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

Further Information

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