5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System

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Notice Description

5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, North West based in Samlesbury. Scope of Requirement The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Northwest, based at our state-of-the-art facility in Samlesbury, is seeking a forward-thinking partner for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a cutting-edge Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) System. This equipment will act as a cornerstone for our facility's pioneering research, testing, and demonstration activities. By partnering with us, the successful supplier will play a vital role in advancing the AMRC's cutting-edge research into critical additive manufacturing technologies, including design for manufacturability, advanced process parameter development, and innovative process monitoring techniques. We are looking for an industry-leading system that delivers exceptional robustness, high precision, and flawless repeatability. This technology will be instrumental in facilitating the manufacture of complex, high-performance components tailored for highly regulated sectors with demanding tolerance requirements, particularly the aerospace and biomedical industries. This tender represents a unique opportunity for suppliers to showcase the capabilities of their high-end LPBF technology within a world-class research environment, directly impacting the future of advanced manufacturing in these high-value sectors. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. 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.

Planning Information

Reference: 5044/AM/CK Title: Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Subject: Pre-Market Engagement The details within this notice outline preliminary market engagement undertaken with suppliers. Please see below for further details. Following the Pre-Market Engagement Stage, the full Invitation to Tender document suite will be made available in full at the Tender Notice Stage. Please view this opportunity and documentation on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home

Notice Details

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c
Publication Source: Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2026
Current Stage: Planning
All Stages: Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Goods
Procurement Method: Not Specified
Procurement Method Details: Not specified
Tender Suitability: SME
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

42611000 - Special-purpose machine tools

42630000 - Metal-working machine tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: £768,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: 11 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Mar 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status: Planning
Lots Status: Planning
Awards Status: Not Specified
Contracts Status: Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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Contact Phone: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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: Not specified
Local Authority: Sheffield
Electoral Ward: Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency: Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2026
9th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

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