Tender

Tender for a Pliable Robotic Manipulator Arm

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University has initiated a procurement process titled "Tender for a Pliable Robotic Manipulator Arm" under the industry category of goods, specifically agricultural machinery, electrical machinery, laboratory equipment, and industrial robots. This tender is currently at the tender stage and seeks to source a suitably qualified supplier for a robotic manipulator arm tailored for smart farming and outdoor farm exploration. The procurement office is located in Swansea, with key contact point Kath Dunseath available for queries. The tender submission deadline is 20th December 2024 at 12:00 noon, with the contract award anticipated by 17th January 2025. This open procurement process is being conducted via eTenderwales, and interested parties are encouraged to register and access necessary documentation on the platform.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced robotics, smart farming technology, and agricultural machinery to expand their portfolio by working with a prestigious educational institution. Companies that provide innovative robotic solutions with high environmental resistance, flexible manipulation capabilities, and safety features would be well-suited to compete. Engagement in this project can enhance visibility and credibility within the industry, driving further business growth and development.

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Notice Title

Tender for a Pliable Robotic Manipulator Arm

Notice Description

The tender process is to source a suitably qualified supplier of a pliable robotic manipulator arm for smart farming and outdoor farm exploration purposes. The robotic arm must offer flexibility and dexterity for manipulation within complex spaces, while providing safety for interaction, high environmental resistance, lightweight and attachability to various frameworks.NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146608 This procurement process is being carried out on eTenderwales. Please note this is a separate website and if you are not already registered, registration will be required.To access eTenderwales, express your interest in this notice and access the tender documentation please visithttps://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml and search for PQQ/ITT code itt_114559 within the appropriate area(WA Ref:146608)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-146608
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146608
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

16 - Agricultural machinery

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

16000000 - Agricultural machinery

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42997300 - Industrial robots

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2024Expired
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
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Sue Davies
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 179295890

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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