Tender

REF: AEMRI-329- PCA - Two Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing Probes with Curved Array

TWI LTD

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for this tender is led by TWI Ltd, a renowned research and technology organisation based in Cambridge. The tender titled "REF: AEMRI-329- PCA - Two Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing Probes with Curved Array" falls under the goods category. The procurement stage involves an open procurement method with a tender period ending on 28th April 2023 and an award period ending on 5th May 2023. The tender is part of the AEMRI initiative funded by the Welsh European Funding Office (WEFO) using European Regional Development Funds (ERDF).

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in probes and related equipment to compete. Specifically, companies experienced in providing Curved Array Probes for robotic inspection systems for pulse-echo UT inspection of composite materials are well-suited to participate. With funding available until 30th June 2023, successful bidders must ensure timely delivery and installation to meet the project's requirements and deadlines set by TWI Ltd.

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Notice Title

REF: AEMRI-329- PCA - Two Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing Probes with Curved Array

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 AEMRI (Advanced Engineering Materials Research Institute), which is funded by the Welsh European Funding Office (WEFO) using European Regional Development Funds (ERDF). AEMRI seeks to create a unique facility housing a critical mass of equipment, expertise and resources. AEMRI provides an environment to test and prove the limits of performance of advanced materials. Through the use of advanced modelling and simulation methods, full, large-scale mechanical test structures will be designed and built upon finite element analysis (FEA) calculations. Advanced, automated non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques will be developed with the aim of saving the industry time and production costs as well as minimising the risk of catastrophic structural failures.AEMRI will deliver the objectives of the project through the following four technical strands:-- Modelling and Simulation of High Performance Materials and Structures.- Advanced Robotic Inspection of Complex Geometry Structures.- Inspection Systems for Very Large Structures for the Green Energy Sector.- Nuclear Fabrication Research Centre.TWI requires two new Curved Array Probes to be integrated with a robotic inspection system for pulse-echo UT inspection of composite materials with specific curved geometry. The probes will spend long periods in immersion and must be resistant to water ingress. The probes will be used in conjunction with either a PEAK NDT LTPA unit (such as LTPA 64/128) or a MicroPulse (5PA T/R) within the robotic system.Funding for this initiative is available until the 30th June 2023. Please be advised all equipment must be delivered, installed (where applicable), accepted and payments defrayed prior to this date. TWI may decide not to proceed with a bid that cannot meet this timescale. (WA Ref:130810)Relates to the following project/programme financed by EU Community Funds: This specification has been produced as part of an initiative known as AEMRI (Advanced Engineering Materials Research Institute), which is funded by the Welsh European Funding Office (WEFO) using European Regional Development Funds (ERDF).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-130810
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=130810
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


CPV Codes

33141641 - Probes

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TWI LTD
Contact Name
The 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

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