Tender

Ref: SMART-01-XRAY - medium energy X-ray computed tomography system

TWI LTD

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Tender

31 Jan 2023 at 16:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by TWI Ltd, a renowned independent research and technology organisation based in Cambridge, UK. The organisation is seeking to acquire a medium energy X-ray computed tomography system as part of its SMART initiative funded through the SMART Building for Collaboration fund. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for February 14, 2023, with final awards expected by February 17, 2023.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in X-ray devices, tomography devices, and X-ray inspection equipment to compete. The procurement stage is currently open, and businesses capable of supplying a medium energy X-ray computed tomography system with specific technical requirements are encouraged to participate. The process is being managed openly through the In-Tend platform, offering a chance for relevant industries to engage with TWI Ltd and potentially secure a valuable contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ref: SMART-01-XRAY - medium energy X-ray computed tomography system

Notice Description

TWI is one of the world's foremost independent research and technology organisations, with expertise in solving problems in all aspects of manufacturing, fabrication and whole-life integrity management technologies.Established in Cambridge, UK in 1946 and with facilities across the globe, the company has a first class reputation for service through its teams of internationally respected consultants, scientists, engineers and support staff, whose knowledge and expertise is available to its Industrial Members as and when they require.This specification has been produced as part of an initiative known as SMART and this grant is supported through the SMART Building for Collaboration fund.Funding for this initiative is available until the 31st March 2023. It is expected that all equipment will be delivered, and payments defrayed prior to this date. TWI may decide not to proceed with a bid that cannot meet this timescale.TWI is committed to making purchases in a sustainable way, and our Sustainable Procurement Policy can be found on our website via the link below. We ask suppliers to give consideration to this as part of their tender response.https://www.twi-global.com/pdfs/corporate-governance/procurement/twi-sustainable-procurement-policy-rev1.pdfX-ray computed tomography (XCT) is a non-destructive method for observing the interior volume of objects in three dimensions. TWI makes extensive use of XCT inspection as part of its X-ray inspection services. The already considerable investment in TWI's existing X-ray inspection equipment means that it is able to provide useful X-ray inspection services to the benefit of industry and academia.To enhance TWI's radiographic inspection and research capabilities and to maintain its use of state-of-the-art XCT systems, TWI have a requirement for a further medium energy X-ray computed tomography inspection system. This system is to offer at least 200kV capability, with a tight focal spot size range, supplied with its own enclosure.Please ensure all correspondence relating to this tender is submitted through the In-Tend correspondence facility. (WA Ref:128682)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-128682
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=128682
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

33111000 - X-ray devices

33115000 - Tomography devices

38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jan 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TWI LTD
Contact Name
Purchasing Department
Contact Email
purchasing@twi.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1223899000

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB21 6AL
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Linton
Westminster Constituency
South Cambridgeshire

Further Information

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